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Rep. Colin Allred, D-Texas, brought up his faith in an attempt to deny his own voting record on men who identify as transgender competing in women’s sports during a candidates’ debate Tuesday night with incumbent Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas. Debate moderator Gromer Jeffers Jr., a political reporter with The Dallas Morning News, asked Allred about Cruz’s political ads claiming that Allred refuses “to protect the integrity of women’s and girls’ sports.” “Let’s be very clear about what’s happening in this campaign,” Allred responded. “You don’t have to be an NFL linebacker to recognize a ‘Hail Mary’ when you see one.” The Democrat, a former NFL linebacker for the Tennessee Titans, claimed that Cruz’s attack ads represent “a desperate, last-second attempt by Senator Cruz to distract you because he can’t defend his own record.” “Listen, I’m a dad, I’m a Christian, of course I don’t support these ridiculous things that he’s talking about,” Allred added. “What he wants you thinking about is kids in bathrooms so you’re not thinking about women in hospitals.” He then pivoted to the issue of abortion. Cruz, however, brought up Allred’s own voting record from his three terms in the House. “Four times, he has come out for men playing in women’s sports,” the two-term senator said. He directed the audience to a website his campaign created called AllredFacts.com. Cruz noted that Allred voted against HR 5, the Parents Bill of Rights Act, which would have protected parents’ “right to know if their child’s school operates, sponsors, or facilitates athletic programs or activities that permit an individual whose biological sex is male to participate in an athletic program or activity that is designated for individuals whose biological sex is female.” While the bill passed the Republican-majority House in March 2023, it did not progress in the Democratic-majority Senate. Cruz also cited Allred’s vote against HR 734, the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act. That women’s sports bill also succeeded in the House and failed to progress in the Senate. The senator also noted that Allred co-sponsored H.Res. 269, a resolution calling for a “Transgender Bill of Rights.” That resolution called on Congress to amend federal education laws “to ensure that they protect students from discrimination based on sex, including gender identity and sex characteristics, and guarantee students’ right to participate in sports on teams and in programs that best align with their gender identity.” In closing, Cruz brought up a letter that Allred signed last month, calling on Congress to approve of drag queen performances and experimental transgender medical interventions in the military. “Just two weeks ago, Congressman Allred joined 100 radical Democrats in demanding that our military allow drag shows on military bases, pay for soldiers to have sex changes using taxpayer money, and pay for children to be sterilized and have sex changes on military bases,” the senator added. Cruz leads Allred by four points in the RealClearPolitics polling average for the U.S. Senate race in Texas. In 2018, the senator defeated then-Rep. Beto O’Rourke, D-Texas, by a narrow 2.6 percentage points. While Texas heavily favors Republicans, Democrats have targeted the state due to its large Hispanic population. A 2023 University of Houston survey found that 68% of Texans support a ban on men competing in women’s sports, while only 16% oppose such a ban. ?Colin Allred responds to attacks on his record supporting males competing in women's sports: "I'm a Christian, of course I don't support these ridiculous things."FACT CHECK: Pants on fire??Ted Cruz brings the receipts: Allred voted against a bill to prevent males from… pic.twitter.com/nwKOtUcfPa— Tyler O'Neil (@Tyler2ONeil) October 16, 2024 The post ‘I’M A CHRISTIAN’: Democrat Appeals to His Faith in Denying His Record of Voting for Men in Women’s Sports appeared first on The Daily Signal.

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Radio host Charlamagne tha God had a tough time trying to elicit an authentic response from Vice President Kamala Harris during a Tuesday virtual town hall on "The Breakfast Club."

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Following President* Biden’s plan, Vice President* Kamala Harris has assured the public that any U.S. citizens who perish in the upcoming World War III will be fully exempt from repaying their student loans. Speaking from the White House Rose Garden, Harris addressed the mounting fears of global conflict while simultaneously tackling the ever-growing issue of student debt. “We understand the concerns many Americans have about their financial future,” Harris said with her trademark cackle. “And we want to let everyone know that if you happen to lose your life in a nuclear war or while defending freedom on foreign soil, you will no longer be burdened by the crushing weight of your student loans. It’s the least we can do.” The announcement was met with mixed reactions, with some Americans applauding the administration’s “innovative” approach to debt relief, while others noted it might not be the solution they were hoping for. “Finally, a plan that addresses both our student debt and our existential dread about dying in an apocalyptic war,” said Chloe Thompson, a recent college graduate with $100,000 in loans. “I mean, sure, I’d prefer to stay alive and maybe get a job that pays enough to cover my rent and groceries, but I guess this is… something?” When asked if the administration had any plans for survivors of WWIII who might still be struggling with loan repayments, Harris reassured them with her signature smile. “Look, anyone who survives the nuclear fallout can just sign up for one of our great repayment plans. We have plenty of options!” The new proposal also includes provisions for those who might suffer minor injuries or radiation exposure but make it through. “In case you don’t die but are severely maimed, we’ll consider extending deferment options,” Harris added. “We want to be flexible.” The Department of Education, meanwhile, is reportedly drafting a new application form titled “Death Discharge for Global Conflict Casualties” that borrowers can fill out posthumously. “If you don’t make it back from the front lines, we’ll be sure to waive all late fees,” said an Education Department spokesperson. Not to be outdone, President Biden issued a brief statement backing the initiative, saying, “Look, folks, it’s a win-win. If you don’t die, you still get to live in America—where we’re building back better. And if you do die… well, no more debt! That’s a promise.” As tensions continue to rise globally, some Americans are now left with a bittersweet sense of relief, knowing that their death in WWIII will at least come with the perk of being student-loan-free. For now, that’s as close to a silver lining as anyone’s getting. The post Harris Promises That Any Americans Who Die In WWIII Won’t Have To Repay Their Student Loans appeared first on Genesius Times.

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