Democrats Break Republican Grip on Religion in 2026 Midterms
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Republicans have long dominated religious politics in the United States. But two newly elected Democratic senators are challenging that monopoly. James Talarico of Texas and Adam Hamilton of Kansas both won Senate seats in the 2026 midterms. During their campaigns, they spoke openly about their Christian faith. They did not, however, push a narrow interpretation of religion on voters. Their wins suggest Democrats can compete for religious voters without changing their core message.