[Prior to the event] "Not only is Ted one of our nation's greatest performers, but his dedication to upholding our nation's Second Amendment rights has been crucial to maintaining the freedom we are able to enjoy as Americans every day," said Gov. Perry. "I look forward to Ted's performance, and to the opportunity to join both him and Sarah Palin in sharing the success story Texas has achieved through our state's unwavering commitment to conservative values based on the belief in limited government and individual freedom."

Nugent is an internationally-recognized musician and one of the strongest advocates of preserving our nation's Second Amendment rights. He has served as a National Rifle Association board member since 1995, as a national spokesman for D.A.R.E and as ambassador for Big Brothers/Big Sisters and the Pass It On Outdoor Mentors Program. He is also an award-winning writer for more than 40 publications, and author of the New York Times best-sellers Ted White & Blue: The Nugent Manifesto and God, Guns and Rock 'n' Roll.

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