A New American Dream: James Talarico’s Full Policy Address

James Talarico Aug 5, 2026 “That’s the movement we’re building here in Texas. Not a politics of fear, not a politics of division, but a politics of unity, a politics of friendship, a politics of love. This new kind of politics can change our state. It can change our country. This new kind of politics can build a New American Dream.” 00:00 – Opening Remarks 01:03 – Launch of “A New American Dream” 01:49 – Augusta’s Story 03:26 – The American Dream 05:01 – American Nightmare 05:52 – The Powell Memo 08:01 – Affordability Crisis 09:19 – New Kind of Politics 11:31 – Action Plan 12:48 – Addressing Debt Crisis 14:52 – LBJ’s Legacy 17:09 – Texas Energy 18:22 – Technology & AI 21:30 – Pro-People is Pro-Growth 22:52 – Why This Race Matters 24:30 – Defining the New American Dream 25:29 – Room 112 in San Antonio 27:05 – Closing Remarks