In Texas, myth often clashes with the reality of everyday government. Explore the state′s rich political tradition and modern transformation with
Lone Star Politics.
Often considered the gold standard,
Lone Star Politics provides students with a comprehensive overview of the material while breathing life back into the study of Texas politics. Utilizing a comparative approach, the authors set Texas in context with other states′ constitutions, policymaking, electoral practices, and institutions as they delve into the evolution of its politics. This gives students a strong sense of why Texas Government is the way it is, how it works, and just how unique Texas is among its fellow states.
The highly anticipated
Ninth Edition includes a brand-new chapter on Texas Media, along with the ‘tried and true’ updates in every chapter that highlight the push-pull relationship between the state, federal, and local governments.
Tabella dei contenuti
Preface
Acknowledgments
About the Author
Chapter 1 Introduction
Defining Texas: Key Ideas
Defining Texas: Geography
Defining Texas: History
Texas Statehood
Defining Texas: Political Culture
Defining Texas: Tradition and Transformation
Winners and Losers
Conclusion
Key Terms
Chapter 2 Texas Constitutions
Constitutional Government
The Federal System of the United States
Texas Constitutions
The Current System: The Constitution of 1876
Criticisms of The Texas Constitution
Winners and Losers
Conclusion
Key Terms
Chapter 3 Texas Legislature
The Texas Legislature in Context
Typologies of State Legislatures: Full-Time and Part-Time
Qualifications for Office and Length of Terms
Representation: Theories and Demographics
Electing The State Legislature
Legislative Organization
Legislative Process
Conclusion
Key Terms
Chapter 4 Texas Governors
The Office of The Governor
Powers of The Governor
Informal Powers
Winners and Losers
Conclusion
Key Terms
Chapter 5 The Plural Executive and Bureaucracy in Texas
The Plural Executive
Boards and Commissions
Bureaucratic Accountability
Winners and Losers
Conclusion
Key Terms
Chapter 6 Texas Judicial System
Judicial Federalism and Texas Courts
Local Trial Courts
State-Level Courts: District and Appellate Courts
Judicial Selection
Problems with the Texas Judiciary
Justice in Texas
Criminal Justice in Texas
Conclusion
Key Terms
Chapter 7 Civil Rights and Civil Liberties in Texas
Civil Liberties Under the Texas Constitution
Rights of the Accused
The Struggle for Civil Rights in Texas
Voting Rights in Texas
Civil Rights for Asian Americans and Native Americans
Civil Rights for Women and LGBTQ+ Persons
Winners and Losers
Conclusion
Key Terms
Chapter 8 Campaigns and Elections, Texas Style
Democracy, Representation, and Elections in Texas
Types of Elections in Texas
Voting and Voter Turnout
Getting on the Ballot in Texas Elections
Campaigns in Texas
Campaign Finance in Texas
Winners and Losers
Conclusion
Key Terms
Chapter 9 Political Parties
The Development of Political Parties in Texas
Political Parties in Texas
Party Organizations
Winners and Losers
Conclusion
Key Terms
Chapter 10 Organized Interests
Organized Interests in Texas Politics
Influencing Policy in Texas Through Organized Interests
Winners and Losers
Conclusion
Key Terms
Chapter 11 Texas Media
The Role of the Media
The Evolution of Media in Texas
Social Media
Why Local Media Matters
Winners and Losers
Conclusion
Key Terms
Chapter 12 Local Government in Texas
Local Government: The Basics
County Government in Texas
Cities
Other Forms of Local Government
Winners and Losers
Conclusion
Key Terms
Chapter 13 Fiscal Policy
The Policymaking Process
Sources of State Revenue: Taxes
Winners and Losers Under the Texas Tax System
Sources of State Revenue: Other Resources
Spending and Budgeting
Fiscal Policy Tools
Winners and Losers Under Texas’s Fiscal Policy
Conclusion
Key Terms
Chapter 14 Energy, Environment, Transportation, and Trade Policies: Transforming Texas
Oil and Gas in Texas
Texas Energy
Environmental Policy
Transportation Policy
Texas Trade
Conclusion
Key Terms
Chapter 15 Social Policy: Education, Health, and Immigration
Public Education Policy
Higher Education
Health and Human Services
Immigration Policy
Winners and Losers
Conclusion
Key Terms
Appendix: Declaration of Independence of the Republic of Texas
Glossary
Notes
Index
Circa l’autore
Matthew Newton (Ph D, University of Missouri) is a professor at Lone Star College-Kingwood. He has co-author an article in Interest Groups and Advocacy and authored or co-authored numerous research papers including ones on party competition in the Texas Legislature. His primary research interests include party competition, electoral institution, and Texas politics.
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