Texans vote in fewer numbers than residents of many other states. Turnout in statewide elections rarely passes 25%, while constitutional amendments are ratified by less than 10% of the state’s electorate. Is low voter turnout in Texas cause for concern?
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Texans vote in fewer numbers than residents of many other states. Turnout in statewide elections rarely passes 25%, while constitutional amendments are ratified by less than 10% of the state’s electorate. Is low voter turnout in Texas cause for concern?
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Texans vote in fewer numbers than residents of many other states. Turnout in statewide elections rarely passes 25%, while constitutional amendments are ratified by less than 10% of the state’s electorate. Is low voter turnout in Texas cause for concern?
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This video explores the impact of gerrymandering on Congressional politics and examines the 2003 Texas redistricting battle, a classic case of gerrymandering.
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Money is essential for any political campaign, but the millions of dollars spent on elections in Texas raise questions about the role of money in the political process. In a state with few restrictions on campaign contributions, are big-money donors exerting too much influence on Texas politics?
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Money is essential for any political campaign, but the millions of dollars spent on elections in Texas raise questions about the role of money in the political process. In a state with few restrictions on campaign contributions, are big-money donors exerting too much influence on Texas politics?
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Money is essential for any political campaign, but the millions of dollars spent on elections in Texas raise questions about the role of money in the political process. In a state with few restrictions on campaign contributions, are big-money donors exerting too much influence on Texas politics?
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Money is essential for any political campaign, but the millions of dollars spent on elections in Texas raise questions about the role of money in the political process. In a state with few restrictions on campaign contributions, are big-money donors exerting too much influence on Texas politics?
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Money is essential for any political campaign, but the millions of dollars spent on elections in Texas raise questions about the role of money in the political process. In a state with few restrictions on campaign contributions, are big-money donors exerting too much influence on Texas politics?
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When the Texas legislature passed a Voter ID bill in 2011, a contentious partisan debate was ignited: Would the law protect the ballot box, or would some Texans be denied access to their voting rights? This video looks at the history of disenfranchisement in Texas and investigates the battle between the state and the federal government over enforcement of the Texas Voter ID law.
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The Texas Constitution mandates the state follow a “pay-as-you-go” budget, requiring all general revenue expenditures be paid with current tax funds. Since the Texas government cannot incur debt to finance government services, programs often face budget cuts or elimination. Is “pay-as-you-go” an effective fiscal policy for a state as large as Texas?
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The Texas Constitution mandates the state follow a “pay-as-you-go” budget, requiring all general revenue expenditures be paid with current tax funds. Since the Texas government cannot incur debt to finance government services, programs often face budget cuts or elimination. Is “pay-as-you-go” an effective fiscal policy for a state as large as Texas?
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The Texas Constitution mandates the state follow a “pay-as-you-go” budget, requiring all general revenue expenditures be paid with current tax funds. Since the Texas government cannot incur debt to finance government services, programs often face budget cuts or elimination. Is “pay-as-you-go” an effective fiscal policy for a state as large as Texas?
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The Texas Constitution mandates the state follow a “pay-as-you-go” budget, requiring all general revenue expenditures be paid with current tax funds. Since the Texas government cannot incur debt to finance government services, programs often face budget cuts or elimination. Is “pay-as-you-go” an effective fiscal policy for a state as large as Texas?
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Taxes are the most common source of government revenue, and the most controversial. Texas prides itself in being a low tax state, but is the tax burden equitable for all Texans? This video examines the impact of the sales tax on both Texas taxpayers and the state’s fiscal policy. Also investigated are the pros and cons of initiating a personal income tax.
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Because of Texas’ limited state government and prevailing political culture, interest groups are central to the political process. Arguably, they wield more power than interest groups at the national level or in many other states. But do interest groups diminish the relevance of Texas voters?
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Because of Texas’ limited state government and prevailing political culture, interest groups are central to the political process. Arguably, they wield more power than interest groups at the national level or in many other states. But do interest groups diminish the relevance of Texas voters?
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Because of Texas’ limited state government and prevailing political culture, interest groups are central to the political process. Arguably, they wield more power than interest groups at the national level or in many other states. But do interest groups diminish the relevance of Texas voters?
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Because of Texas’ limited state government and prevailing political culture, interest groups are central to the political process. Arguably, they wield more power than interest groups at the national level or in many other states. But do interest groups diminish the relevance of Texas voters?
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Because of Texas’ limited state government and prevailing political culture, interest groups are central to the political process. Arguably, they wield more power than interest groups at the national level or in many other states. But do interest groups diminish the relevance of Texas voters?
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