James Talarico has built a reputation as a progressive voice in Texas politics — but recent statements on Israel raise serious questions about his commitments. David Griscom and Matt Lech are joined by Judith Norman and Alex Birnel to break down what Talarico says, what he avoids saying, and why values-based language without concrete policy prescriptions falls short in a moment of mass violence and U.S. complicity. This is a discussion about the limits of progressive branding, the pressure Democratic politicians face on Israel, and why refusing to articulate policy is itself a political choice. You can read the full statement here: https://www.instagram.com/p/DTcB_XvjClx/?igsh=azVzbTVhb25va3lh&img_index=1 And the response from San Antonio Justice in Palestine: https://www.instagram.com/p/DTs0w7slXhJ/?igsh=cm9meTNpZzM0ZGFh PRE-ORDER David's Book "The Myth of Red Texas" about the Lone Star State's radical history and how we can win Texas again: https://orbooks.com/catalog/the-myth-of-red-texas/ Support Left Reckoning and help us keep doing independent, class-focused political analysis. 🔴 Patreon: patreon.com/leftreckoning SUNDAY SHOW episodes and mail-bag content. Follow us across platforms for clips, live shows, and updates: @leftreckoning @davidgriscom @mattlech We go live weekly and post regular segments on U.S. politics, labor, and foreign policy. #jamestalarico #TexasPrimary #palestine