Publisher's Synopsis
"In Texas, myth often clashes with the reality of everyday government. Explore the state's rich political tradition with Lone Star Politics as this author team explains who gets what and how. Utilizing the comparative method, the authors set Texas in context with other states' constitutions, policymaking, electoral practices, and institutions as they delve into the evolution of its politics. Critical thinking questions and unvarnished "Winners and Losers" discussions guide students toward understanding Texas government and assessing the state's political landscape. The Seventh Edition is highly revised with coverage of the state's response to the COVID pandemic, brand new chapter-level learning objectives, new Texas Legends boxes on suffragists, updated demographic and immigration statistics, and new Discussion Starter questions to help in-class discussion on critical policy debates"--.
