Texas - A Good Constitution?

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This paper discusses the Constitution of Texas. The paper also discusses the factors that influenced the creation of the Texan Constitution and points out that it both differs and resembles other state constitutions. The paper then attempts, through a close examination of the Texan Constitution, to determine whether those differences are positive or negative.

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"But why these major attempts to re-write the current Constitution? As described in brief, the governor of the State of Texas is one of the least powerful of all American state governors. The strict limitations placed on the exercise of gubernatorial power means that there is no single, strong hand that directs the state administration. Power is divided among the governor and other elected officials, creating the unusual situation of a plural executive. The State is like a ship with several captains, each vying for control, each attempting to set the course of the vessel. It is easy for these officials to agree only on the most basic and straightforward of ideas and policies. The dividing up of the executive limits the chances that any one official will assuming absolute control, but it also works against any dramatic change - no matter how sorely needed. In effect, the entire Texas executive is an assembly; an assembly without any clear leader."

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