Lone Star Politics: Tradition and Transformation in Texas
Fourth Edition
Study Questions
- How does the size of the Texas legislature compare to other states with smaller populations? What does this mean for representation?
- What are the pros and cons of the salaries of state representatives and senators in Texas?
- To what extent does Texas have a citizen legislature?
- How do the delegate, trustee, and politico theories of representation differ?
- How are legislative districts redrawn in Texas, and who benefits from the process?