# Willie Nelson Endorses Talarico

> Willie Nelson and Yo La Tengo back Texas Senate candidate James Talarico ahead of November elections.
- Title: Willie Nelson Endorses Talarico · Pitchfork | Shortify
- Summary: Willie Nelson and Yo La Tengo back Texas Senate candidate James Talarico ahead of November elections. Willie Nelson endorses James Talarico for Texas Senate…
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- Source: Pitchfork — https://pitchfork.com/story/willie-nelson-yo-la-tengo-endorse-james-talarico
- Author: Walden Green
- Published: 2026-10-09T21:54:32.005+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: james talarico, willie nelson, yo la tengo, texas senate, democratic texas, nobody, music, culture
## James Talarico Gains Endorsement
Democratic Texas Senate hopeful James Talarico receives official endorsement from Texan native Willie Nelson.

> I’ve gotten to know James Talarico. He’s a good man, who will be a good senator for the state of Texas. Please vote and vote for James Talarico.
## Yo La Tengo Supports Campaign
Yo La Tengo will play a benefit concert in Austin on October 27 with $100 donations to Talarico’s senate campaign.
## Political History
Both Nelson and Yo La Tengo have histories of political engagement, including past support for Democratic candidates.
## Key takeaway

Willie Nelson endorses James Talarico for Texas Senate, citing his potential to serve well.