In Texas, myth often clashes with the reality of everyday government. Explore the state’s rich political tradition with the Eighth Edition of Lone Star 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. Critical thinking questions and unvarnished Winners and Losers discussions guide students toward understanding Texas government and assessing the state′s political landscape.
The Eighth Edition includes a brand-new chapter on Civil Rights and Civil Liberties, along with the ‘tried and true’ updates in every chapter that highlight the push-pull relationship between the state, federal, and local governments.
Tabela de Conteúdo
CHAPTER 1. Introduction
Texas Geography
History: The Birth of Texas Traditions
Texas Statehood
Transitions to the Twenty-First Century
A Tradition of Change
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
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
CHAPTER 4. Texas Governors
The Office of the Governor
Powers of the Governor
Informal Powers
CHAPTER 5. The Plural Executive and Bureaucracy in Texas
The Plural Executive
Boards and Commissions
Bureaucratic Accountability
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
Criminal Justice in Texas
Justice in Texas
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
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
CHAPTER 9: Political Parties – Matthew Newton
The Development of Political Parties in Texas
Political Parties in Texas
Party Organizations
CHAPTER 10: Organized Interests – Matthew Newton
Organized Interests in Texas Politics
Influencing Policy in Texas through Organized Interests
CHAPTER 11. Local Government in Texas
Local Government: The Basics
County Government in Texas
Cities
Other Forms of Local Government
CHAPTER 12. 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
CHAPTER 13: Energy, Environment, Transportation, and Trade Policies: Transforming Texas – Matthew Newton
Oil and Gas in Texas
Texas Energy
Environmental Policy
Winners and Losers under Texas’s Natural Resource Management Policies
Transportation Policy
Winners and Losers under Texas’s Infrastructure Management Policies
Texas Trade
CHAPTER 14: Social Policy: Education, Health, and Immigration – Matthew Newton
Public Education Policy
Higher Education
Health and Human Services
Immigration Policy
Sobre o autor
Julie Harrelson-Stephens (Ph D, University of North Texas) is an associate professor at Stephen F. Austin State University. She has co-edited, with Rhonda L. Callaway, Exploring International Human Rights: Essential Readings and has been published in Conflict and Terrorism, PS: Political Science and Politics, Human Rights Review, and International Interactions. Her primary research interests include human rights, regime theory, and the Texas governor.
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