# James Talarico; SUSPEND the Federal Gas Tax

> In the last election, Americans were promised lower prices, and in the late years since that election, everything has gotten more expensive.

**By:** John McGillie  
**Published:** October 29, 2026  
**Tags:** Billionaire Class, James Talarico, Midterms, Talafreako, Texas, Texas Politics, Texas Senate Race

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In the last election, Americans were promised lower prices, and in the late years since that election, everything has gotten more expensive.

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**About the author:** John McGillie is a pen name, used for safety after threats of violence. I grew up in Wishek, North Dakota, and moved to Texas 20 years ago. I write about the history, food and back roads I keep finding along the way.

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