Lone Star Politics

<p><em style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>Lone Star Politics: Theories Concepts and Political Activity in Texas</em><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)> blends the history of political activity in the state with theories that underlie and explain this activity. Through classic and contemporary political literature students learn about the unique political culture that exists in Texas and how governments at various levels function within it.</span></p><p> </p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>Students explore topics such as the evolution and impact of the Texas Constitution federalism the role of local governments in the state and the role of the executive branch. They study the legislature and judiciary and see how conservative ideology influences both public and social policy. They become familiar with the state's economy its political parties and their roles in the evolution of the state. The book concludes with an examination of interest groups and the parts they play in the political system.</span></p><p> </p><p><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>The third edition features discussions of new political situations that have emerged since the publication of the second edition. New topics covered include the dispute between Disney World and Ron DeSantis party politics at the country level the role of the county treasurer community college budget allocations Texas's Republican legislature and the 88</span><sup style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>th</sup><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)> legislature session following the Uvalde school shooting.</span></p><p> </p><p><em style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>Lone Star Politics</em><span style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)> is ideal for classes on Texas government that focus on the concepts and theories driving the state's political activity.</span></p>