Texas

Before, the Texas governor had very little power at his disposal compared to other state governors, but that has changed in recent times. Now, when ranked amongst the other fifty states, Texas stands about midpoint of gubernatorial powers. As of right now, the governor has roughly about seven roles, consisting of five formal roles and two informal roles but there are many limitations and obstacles that are present. Unfortunately, not many Texans are aware of the limitations imposed on the…

one of the most controversial topics in Texas politics is government involvement in state’s affairs. It seems like a constant battle as each law is passed, each vote is made, and each official is elected. Texas republicans stay ever vigilant to see whether each move either gives more power to the national government, or allows more freedoms and independence to the states. As we all know, the political culture in Texas is that of a vocal, cavalier one. Texas has a proud past of being a very…

Between 2010 and 2016 Texas has had the nation’s largest annual population growth, however, this does not mean. 165 Years ago the population of Texas stood at 210,000 people, however, today is at an astounding 28 million. According to our textbook, there are three reasons for the population growth in Texas which are natural increase as a result of the differences between birth’s and death’s, international immigration particularly from Mexico and domestic immigration from other states. Currently,…

Think about the various local governments in Texas. Do you know how much of your property taxes goes where if you own a home? What about school finance, higher education finance, city services, hospital districts. The local governments in Texas are extensions of the state government, that act as administrative arms of the state. The major local governments in Texas are the municipal and the county governments (Maxwell,271). County governments provide governmental services for the benefit of…

Living in Azle, Texas has some benefits and some drawbacks. One benefit is that you live close to Eagle Mountain Lake. One of the drawbacks is you have to travel Highway 199 to get just about anywhere. Another benefit to me is that Azle is a little more of a country atmosphere than the rest of the Metroplex. You can see hay fields, cows and occasionally someone riding a horse down the side of the road. A big drawback to living I n Azle is that there are not a lot of good jobs so a lot of people…

The Texas Revolution seems like an almost forgotten conflict in the United States. Although it may not be very relevant today, it played a crucial part in the history of the United States. Without the Texas Revolution, America would be a very different place today. Texas was essential to helping the United States become the superpower it is today, and if Texas were to not be recognized as a state, the United States would have been at a disadvantage. There were many driving factors as to why Teas…

Texas Executive Branch Have you ever ask yourself if the state level executive branch is important? The answer is most defiantly yes, every branch of the state and federal government matter because of something called checks and balances. Checks and balances is a system that was created to make sure no branch of power gets more power than the other. Critics in the past have made points and arguments that the Texas Government is out of date, the governors office of Texas appears to be weak when…

evolutionary biologist just outside of Austin Texas. From around 10 to 15 years ago, and up until now, Dr. Hillis began researching the evolutionary history of the Texas longhorn. The Texas longhorn is found all over Texas- becoming both a symbol of the state and a mascot. The cattle have evolved to grow horns that can pass 7 feet across. Dr. Hillis found that in addition to their massive horns, the Texas longhorns also have an unusual history. The Texas longhorn was domesticated a while back,…

early 1930s were similarly ready to liberate themselves by parting with Mexico. Texas’ declaration of independence was justified by the tyranny and lack of representation in their government due to the physical and cultural distance between them and Mexico. Originally, Mexico had recognized that the nearly 2,000 miles between Texas and it would create some issues in governing, and therefore promised the people of Texas their own government. However,…

Massey 6013 7 April 2016 Texas Constitution Texas was under Mexican leadership before declaring independence from them in 1836. For Texas to be entered in the United States they had to make a constitution. The president of the United States during this time was James K. Polk. Texas tried to become a part of the United States before but Mexico threatened war. When Texas was annexed Mexico did not follow through with the threat. There was a dispute of where the border of Texas was. Polk sent in…