George W Bush's nephew runs for office in Texas The party is expected to release a major report on Monday detailing its failings in the last election and suggesting ways forward for the future. In a video released on Tuesday, Mr Bush said he drew his inspiration from his grandmother, the former first lady Barbara Bush, who he said taught him "the importance of public service." "If you believe as I do that Texas is truly an exceptional place with a rich heritage and a future of unbound potential, then I ask for your support," he said. Mr Bush's uncle, George W Bush, was twice elected governor of Texas before winning the presidency in November 2000. The younger candidate is likely to be able to tap into a wide network of donors who once supported his uncle. Jerry Patterson, the incumbent land commissioner, plans to run for the state's powerful lieutenant governor role in 2014. Mr Bush currently serves as deputy finance chair of the state's Republican party but this is his first run for public office.