Texas Government Policy and Politics (Longman Study Edition)
ISBN: 9780205825400 | 0205825400
Edition: 11thFormat: Paperback
Publisher: Pearson
Pub. Date: 7/2/2010
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Updated in a new 11th edition, this book introduces the essentials of Texas government and its often colorful politics in a way that any student can understand. An abundance of useful study aids and exercises in every chapter and a lively, straightforward writing style makes the material accessible to students of every level. This book shows students the impact that government has on their lives, this insightful and sometimes humorous critique of Texas government engages students in the course material and encourages them to become active parti... MORE
Preface
Introduction
CHAPTER 1: THE PEOPLE, ECONOMY, AND POLITICAL CULTURE OF TEXAS
CHAPTER 2: TEXAS CONSTITUTION
CHAPTER 3: THE FEDERAL CONTEXT OF TEXAS POLICYMAKING
CHAPTER 4: POLITICAL PARTICIPATION
CHAPTER 5: INTEREST GROUPS
CHAPTER 6: POLITICAL PARTIES
CHAPTER 7: ELECTIONS
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CHAPTER 9: EXECUTIVE BRANCH
CHAPTER 10: JUDICIAL BRANCH
CHAPTER 11: CITY GOVERNMENT
CHAPTER 12: COUNTIES, SCHOOL DISTRICTS, AND SPECIAL DISTRICTS
CHAPTER 13: STATE BUDGET POLICY
CHAPTER 14: CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Glossary
Photo Credits
Index
Practice Tests
Answers to Practice Test Questions
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