# Willie Nelson endorses James Talarico

**By:** John McGillie  
**Published:** October 14, 2026  
**Tags:** 2026 Texas Senate race, James Talarico, Willie Nelson

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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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