Discussion Questions

1. In what ways are the powers of the Texas governor weak? What can governors do to effectively increase their power?
Texas Core Curriculum: CT, COMM

2. What are the legislative powers of the Texas governor, and how have they changed, formally or informally, recently?
Texas Core Curriculum: CT, COMM

3. What informal characteristics have past Texas governors shared? In what ways are these commonalities potential assets and potential drawbacks for representing all citizens in the state of Texas?
Texas Core Curriculum: CT, COMM

4. Why was Ann Richards’s candidacy for a traditionally male-dominated office successful?
Texas Core Curriculum: CT, COMM

5. Are governors too handsomely compensated for their service?
Texas Core Curriculum: CT, COMM

6. Are the informal or formal powers of government more important for the governor of Texas?
Texas Core Curriculum: CT, COMM