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Author:  Lyle C. Brown, Joyce A. Langenegger, Sonia Garcia, Robert E. Biles, Ryan Rynbrandt

PRACTICING TEXAS POLITICS, 2017-2018 Edition, analyzes the practices and policies of the Lone Star State and gives you a realistic introduction to how public-policy making is conducted there. This edition includes a special focus on the role of a growing Latino population in all aspects of Texas government, the impact of the 2016 elections on the state, and the effect of a floundering oil and gas industry on state finances. MindTap Political Science, Cengage Learning’s fully online learning solution, is an option with this text. With MindTap, everything is in one place — the eBook, activities, flashcards, quizzes, dictionary, and more — making study time more effective and efficient.

Practicing Texas Politics 17th Table of contents:

1. The Environment of Texas Politics
Everything Is Changing in Texas
Texas Politics and Political Culture
Government, Politics, and Public Policy in Texas
Types of Political Culture
Texas Political Culture
A Changing Culture?
The People
Texans Throughout History: From Conflict Toward Cooperation
Texans Today
Religious Diversity
The Land and Population Distribution
Urbanization
Suburbanization and Gentrification
Rural Texas
The Regions of Texas
The Economy
The Texas Economy Through History
New Economic Directions
Meeting New Challenges
Immigration: Federal and State Problems
Water
Education
Poverty and Social Problems
Conclusion
Chapter Summary
Key Terms
2. Federalism and the Texas Constitution
The American Federal Structure
Distribution of Constitutional Powers
Interstate Relations and State Immunities
State Powers
Federal-State Relations: An Evolving Process
The Texas Constitution: Politics of Policymaking
Historical Developments
Today: After More Than a Century of Usage
Constitutional Amendments and Revision
Constitutional Revision
More Revision Attempts
Piecemeal Revision
The Texas Constitution: A Summary
The Bill of Rights
The Powers of Government and Separation of Powers
Suffrage
Local Governments
Other Articles
Conclusion
Chapter Summary
Key Terms
3. Local Governments
Local Politics in Context
Local Governments and Federalism
Grassroots Challenges
Municipal Governments
Legal Status of Municipalities
Forms of Municipal Government
Municipal Politics
Rules Make a Difference
Socioeconomic and Demographic Changes
Municipal Services
Municipal Government Revenue
Generating Revenue for Economic Development
Counties
Structure and Operation
County Finance
County Government Reform
Border Counties
Special Districts
Public School Districts
Junior or Community College Districts
Noneducation Special Districts
Metropolitan Areas
Councils of Governments
Municipal Annexation
Conclusion
Chapter Summary
Key Terms
4. Political Parties
Role of Political Parties
Political Ideology
Conservatism
Libertarianism
Liberalism
Electoral Trends
Third Parties
Independents
An Overview of Texas Political History
1840s to 1870s: The Origin of the Party System
1870s to 1970s: A One-Party Dominant System
1970s to 1990s: An Emerging Two-Party System
2000 to 2016: Republican Dominance
2016 and Beyond
Party Structure
Temporary Party Organization
Selection of National Convention Delegates
Permanent Party Organization
Conclusion
Chapter Summary
Key Terms
5. Campaigns and Elections
Political Campaigns
Conducting Campaigns in the 21st Century
Campaign Reform
Campaign Finance
Racial and Ethnic Politics
Latinos
African Americans
Women in Politics
Voting
Obstacles to Voting
Democratization of the Ballot
Voter Turnout
Administering Elections
Primary, General, and Special Elections
Primaries
General and Special Elections
Conclusion
Chapter Summary
Key Terms
6. The Media and Politics
Where Do We Get Our Information?
Print Media: Newspapers and News Magazines
Electronic Media: Radio and Television
Digital Media: The Internet and Social Media
The Media’s Roles in Politics
Providing Information
Maintaining Democracy
Setting the Public Agenda
Shaping Our Views?
Campaigns and Citizen Participation
Campaigns and the Traditional Media
Digital Campaigning
Citizen Participation in the Digital Age
Bias?
Media Bias and the News
What Research Finds
Regulation
Regulation of Print and Broadcast Media
Internet Regulation
State and Local Regulation
Latinos, African Americans, and Women in Texas Media
Change in the Media: More Participation, More Sources, but Less News?
Concentration of Ownership
For Good and for Bad: The Rise of the Internet and Social Media
The Future?
Conclusion
Chapter Summary
Key Terms
7. The Politics of Interest Groups
Interest Groups in the Political Process
What Is an Interest Group?
The Reasons for Interest Groups
Characteristics of Interest Groups
Types of Interest Groups
Economic Groups
Professional/Public Employee Groups
Social Groups
Public Interest Groups
Texas Power Groups
Interest Group Activities
Lobbying
Electioneering
Campaign Financing by Political Action Committees
Bribery and Unethical Practices
Power and Regulation in Interest Group Politics
Regulation of Interest Group Politics
Interest Group Power and Public Policy
Pinpointing Political Power
Conclusion
Chapter Summary
Key Terms
8. The Legislative Branch
Legislative Framework
Election and Terms of Office
Sessions
Districting
Legislators
Qualifications and Characteristics
Compensation
Legislative Organization
Presiding Officers
Committee System
Legislative Caucus System
Legislative Operations
Powers and Immunities
Rules and Procedures
How a Bill Becomes a Law
Influences Within the Legislative Environment
Research Organizations
The Media
Conclusion
Chapter Summary
Key Terms
9. The Executive Branch
Gubernatorial Elections
Gubernatorial Politics: Money Matters
Gubernatorial Politics: Budgetary Influence
Overview of the Governorship
Compensation and Benefits
Staff
Succession
Removal from Office
Informal Powers of the Governor
Executive Powers of the Governor
Appointive Power
Removal Power
Military Power
Law Enforcement Power
Budgetary Power
Executive Orders and Proclamations
Economic Development
Legislative Powers of the Governor
Message Power
Bill Signing Power
Veto Power
Special Sessions Power
Judicial Powers of the Governor
Appointment and Removal of Judges and Justices
Acts of Executive Clemency
The Plural Executive
The Lieutenant Governor
The Attorney General
The Comptroller of Public Accounts
The Commissioner of the General Land Office
The Commissioner of Agriculture
The Secretary of State
The State Bureaucracy
The Institutional Context
State Employees
Education
Health and Human Services
Employment
Economic and Environmental Agencies
Conclusion
Chapter Summary
Key Terms
10. The Judicial Branch
State Law in Texas
Sources of Law
Code Revision
Courts, Judges, Lawyers, and Juries
Trial and Appellate Courts
Selecting Judges and Justices
Disciplining and Removing Judges and Justices
Lawyers
Juries
Judicial Procedures in Civil Cases
Civil Trial Procedure
Trial and Appeal of a Civil Case
Judicial Procedures in Criminal Cases
Criminal Justice System
Criminal Trial and Appeal
Conclusion
Chapter Summary
Key Terms
11. Finance and Fiscal Policy
Fiscal Policies
Taxing Policy
Budget Policy
Spending Policy
Revenue Sources
The Politics of Taxation
Revenue from Gambling
Other Nontax Revenues
The Public Debt
Budgeting and Fiscal Management
Budgeting Procedure
Budget Expenditures
Budget Execution
Purchasing
Facilities
Accounting
Auditing
Future Demands
Public Education
Public Higher Education
Public Assistance
Infrastructure Needs
Conclusion
Chapter Summary
Key Terms
12. Public Policy and Administration
Making Public Policy in Texas
Models of Policymaking
The Institutional Context
Education
Public Schools
Colleges and Universities
Health and Human Services
Evolution of Social Services
Human Services
Health and Mental Health Services
Employment
Economic and Environmental Policies
Economic Regulatory Policy
Business Promotion
Environmental Regulation
Immigration
Conclusion
Chapter Summary
Key Terms
13. The Criminal Justice System
Elements of the Criminal Justice System
Criminal Justice Law
Criminal Justice Policy
The Death Penalty
Reinstitution of the Death Penalty
Reviewing the Death Penalty
Correction and Rehabilitation
The Texas Department of Criminal Justice
Local Government Jails
Private Prisons and Jails
Juvenile Justice
State and Local Agencies

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