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American Voices

Thursday, January 15, 2009

Texans Elect First Jewish Speaker

Joe Straus, a Republican from San Antonio who has been elected speaker of the Texas House of Representatives, is the first Jew to hold the position since Texas became a state. What do you think?

Asian Man

Brady Roren,
Collections Manager
"Stupid, deceptively Christian-sounding surname. They should really list candidates' faiths on the ballot."

Old Man

Ian Posdal,
Office Assistant
"And people say we aren't progressive! Why just the other—quick! Look down. Here comes a black man."

Old Woman

Chloe Ballwahn,
Professor
"This is clear evidence that the dialectical nature of cultural politics eventually creates pathways for Jews to adapt to traditionally non-Semitic institutions. Y'all."

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