Without a Border ‘Invasion,’ Texas G.O.P. Turns to an Old Enemy, Islam
#Texas GOP #Anti-Muslim rhetoric #Border security #Voter mobilization #Identity politics #Republican strategy #Cultural warfare
📌 Key Takeaways
- Texas Republicans are shifting focus from border security to anti-Muslim rhetoric to energize voters.
- Strategists believe the 'border invasion' narrative is losing its effectiveness as a primary motivator.
- The move taps into older cultural anxieties to maintain political momentum among the conservative base.
- Advocacy groups warn that this rhetoric could lead to increased social polarization and safety risks for Muslim citizens.
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📄 Original Source Content
Republican politicians and strategists in Texas are amping up anti-Muslim rhetoric as a way to energize Republican voters after several elections when the border was the animating force.