Ken Paxton Is Out For Blood

07-02-2024 • 37 minutes

About the Guest(s):

In this week's edition of "Seeing Red," we do not have a guest feature. Instead, the hosts Andi Turner and Garrett Fulce carry the episode with their in-depth discussion on Texas politics, giving their opinions and breaking down recent political controversies and campaigns.

Episode Summary:

In this incisive and engaging episode of Seeing Red, hosts Andi Turner and Garrett Fulce dive into a range of hot-button issues surging through the veins of Texas politics. Returning from a brief hiatus, Andi is back at the helm with Garrett to unpack the seething controversies and the power struggles defining the state's political landscape.

From dissecting the actions and motivations of Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton to analyzing an anti-Muslim ad campaign, this episode is brimming with insider knowledge and commentary on the political maneuvers shaking up the primary season. The hosts critically evaluate Paxton's vendetta against those who aimed to remove him from office and his resultant crusade against not only House incumbents but also appellate judges. The conversation transitions into a biting critique of a deceptive ad campaign waged by the Texas Family Project, laying bare the underlying prejudices driving contemporary political strategies. This episode presents an unvarnished look at the state of Texas politics, replete with insightful commentary from two seasoned observers.

Key Moment:

0:00:55 | Garrett discusses the previous episode with Representative Jetton.
0:02:35 | Primary season updates and rumors in politics.
0:06:24 | Ken Paxton's grievances and endorsements of Texas House challengers.
0:07:55 | Court of Criminal Appeals ruling on AG's power to prosecute voter fraud cases.
0:13:11 | Discussion on the consequences and perception of Ken Paxton's actions.
0:17:49 | Speculation on ownership of the alleged Ken Paxton "Burner" Twitter account
0:24:33 | Condemnation of anti-Muslim ad campaign by the "Texas Family Project"
0:26:52 | Involvement of Luke Macias in the ad campaign
0:31:54 | These organizations prioritize power, specifically white evangelical Christian power.
0:32:39 | These organizations associate with anti-Semites and send out deceptive mailers.
0:37:09 | The impact of these issues on the primary election is yet to be seen.
0:37:33 | Closing remarks and call to action for viewers.

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This episode peels back the veneer of Texas politics to reveal the currents of power and reprisal pulsing beneath. For all those eager to understand the intricacies and the drama of the political scene, make sure to listen to the full episode of Seeing Red for more enlightening and candid content. Stay tuned for next week as the discussions promise to remain just as riveting.