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Analysis: Greg Abbott touts Texas’ religious freedom even as he targets and harasses Muslims
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk Julianna Plewes , as published by San Antonio Current (alt-weekly)
· June 18, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Details about the governor's statement are available from the San Antonio Current.
Governor Greg Abbott recently commented on Texas' religious freedom. He made the statement after the Texas Rangers hosted a Faith and Family Night, differing from other Major League Baseball teams that held Pride Nights. Details about the governor's statement are available from the San Antonio Current.
The governor's comment was made on social media platform X. Further information on the context of the governor's statement can be found in a report by Texas Monthly, which was released around the same time as the governor's comment.
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Category: local Published: June 18, 2026 Source: San Antonio Current (alt-weekly) Reading time: 1 min
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