Study Questions

  1. How does the size of the Texas legislature compare to other states with smaller populations? What does this mean for representation?
  2. What are the pros and cons of the salaries of state representatives and senators in Texas?
  3. To what extent does Texas have a citizen legislature?
  4. How do the delegate, trustee, and politico theories of representation differ?
  5. How are legislative districts redrawn in Texas, and who benefits from the process?