Political Science

This attractive, accessible four color text provides accessible and comprehensive coverage of Texas politics and government, utilizing a historical perspective.  

A spin-off of the popular Texas chapters in the O’Connor/Sabato/Haag/Keith, American Government: Continuity and Change, Texas Edition, the second edition of this four-color book by a bestselling author team examines the unique character of Texas politics and government and traces how it has changed or remained constant over its history.  The authors argue that in order to understand Texas politics and government today, we must understand how they have evolved over time.  In addition, the authors provide a plethora of boxed features designed to engage students in debates over key political issues, in critical thinking, and in the current and historical political climate of their state.

• NEW! Texas Values/Texas Voices. Texas political culture, with its emphasis on individualism, liberty, and equality, as well as other values, is the glue that holds Texans together. Differing views of what it means to adhere to these values, however, often create conflict and division–especially in the policy arena. Texas Values/Texas Voices boxes are intended to help students understand the passionate beliefs and common concerns that underlie the controversies being debated in the legislature, in the media, and in homes across the state. Topics discussed include the impact of money, race, and gender on gubernatorial appointments; same-sex marriage legislation; and battles over methods of judicial selection.
• Join the Debate boxes engage students in critical thinking, foster their interest in important issues, and help inspire their participation through decision-making.  For instance, “Should Texas Adopt an Income Tax?” examines the question of whether Texas, one of only seven states without an income tax (and a source of pride for its residents), should adopt one or find another way of adequately funding the state’s social programs.
• "Politics Now" boxes provide in-depth examinations of contemporary issues, showcasing the book's currency and serving as a counterbalance to the text's thorough treatment of Texas history. These boxes are designed to get students thinking about current issues in the context of the continuing evolution of Texas government.  Boxes new to this edition include “Indian Games: A Lesson in Politics” and “The Texas Residential Construction Commission: Neutral Dispute Arbiter or Builder Protection Agency?”.
• “Analyzing Visuals” boxed features ask students to closely examine and assess a variety of different types of images. Each feature includes an overview paragraph and critical thinking questions designed to guide students in a detailed analysis of the information.
• Analyzing Visuals: A Brief Guide is a primer that appears in the front of the text that provides the guidelines students need to analyze and interpret the different types of visual information they'll encounter as students and as citizens. 
• On Campus boxes focus on material that is of particular interest to college students.  For instance, “Blogging at burntorange.com” discusses the rising influence of student bloggers in Texas.
• The Living Constitution boxes excerpt a portion of the Texas Constitution, explain what it means, what its Framers were responding to when it was written, and why it is still relevant today.  For example, “Article 7, Section 1” cites the Constitutional provision for providing an efficient public school system and the state’s struggle to do so with necessary financing.
• Texas in Comparison tables compare Texas with the three other most populous states - California, New York, and Florida - in the U.S.  Topics include “Legislatures in the United States” and “Governors and the Executive Branch”. 
• Texas Constitution Supplement (0321355334) – An annotated original Texas 1876 Texas Constitution is available at no additional charge for students when packaged with the text.

NEW! Texas Values/Texas Voices.

Texas political culture, with its emphasis on individualism, liberty, and equality, as well as other values, is the glue that holds Texans together. Differing views of what it means to adhere to these values, however, often create conflict and division–especially in the policy arena. Texas Values/Texas Voices boxes are intended to help students understand the passionate beliefs and common concerns that underlie the controversies being debated in the legislature, in the media, and in homes across the state. Topics discussed include the impact of money, race, and gender on gubernatorial appointments; same-sex marriage legislation; and battles over methods of judicial selection.

Hallmark Texas Politics and Government features have been updated to cover the latest topics in Texas politics, including:

• New "Politics Now" boxes include “Indian Games: A Lesson in Politics” and “The Texas Residential Construction Commission: Neutral Dispute Arbiter or Builder Protection Agency?”
• New "Join the Debate" box, “Should Texas Adopt an Income Tax?”, examines the question of whether Texas, one of only seven states without an income tax (a source of pride for its residents), should adopt one or find another way of adequately funding the state’s social programs.

The book has been thoroughly revised throughout, and includes detailed coverage of the outcomes of the 2006 elections and completely updated tables and figures.

Table of Contents:

1.  Ideas, People, and Economics in Texas Politics.

2.  Constitutionalism.

3.  Voting and Participating:  Political Parties, Interest Groups, and Elections.

4.  The Legislative Branch.

5.  The Governor and Executive Branch.

6.  The Judicial Branch.

7.  Local Governments.

8.  Public Policy in Texas.

Texas Politics  (Political Science)

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  Texas Politics and Government: Roots and Reform, 3/E
  Keith & Haag
  ©2010 | Longman | Cloth; 320 pp | Instock
  ISBN-10: 020573460X | ISBN-13: 9780205734603
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  This attractive, accessible four color text provides comprehensive coverage of Texas politics and government, utilizing a historical perspective.  

   

  The book, written by a best-selling author team, is a spin-off of the popular Texas chapters in the O’Connor/Sabato/Haag/Keith, American Government: Continuity and Change, Texas Edition. The second edition of this four-color book examines the unique character of Texas politics and government and traces how it has changed or remained constant over its history.  The authors argue that in order to understand Texas politics and government today, we must understand how they have evolved over time.  In addition, the authors provide a plethora of boxed features designed to engage students in debates over key political issues, in critical thinking, and in the current and historical political climate of their state.

Instructor's Manual and Test Bank for Texas Politics and Government: Continuity and Change, 2/E
Davis, Knight & Plane
©2008 | Longman | On-line Supplement; 208 pp | Instock
ISBN-10: 0205567975 | ISBN-13: 9780205567973
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TestGen Computerized Test Bank for Texas Politics and Government: Continuity and Change, 2/E
Davis, Knight & Plane
©2008 | Longman | On-line Supplement | Instock
ISBN-10: 0205567983 | ISBN-13: 9780205567980
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Transparencies for Texas Politics and Government: Continuity and Change, 2/E
Keith & Haag
©2008 | Longman | On-line Supplement | Instock
ISBN-10: 0205568203 | ISBN-13: 9780205568208
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Study Guide for Texas Politics and Government: Continuity and Change, 2/E
Keith & Haag
©2008 | Longman | Paper; 144 pp | Instock
ISBN-10: 0205567991 | ISBN-13: 9780205567997
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Building Bridges: The Allyn & Bacon Student Guide to Service-Learning
Hamner
©2002 | Longman | Paper; 128 pp | Instock
ISBN-10: 0205319742 | ISBN-13: 9780205319749
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Classroom Response System (Download Only) for American Government
Pearson
©2010 | Longman | On-line Supplement | Instock
ISBN-10: 0205713610 | ISBN-13: 9780205713615
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Georgia (Longman State Politics Series), 2/E
Sewell & Walton
©2011 | Longman | Paper; 64 pp | Estimated Availability : 12/15/2010
ISBN-10: 0205734405 | ISBN-13: 9780205734405

InterWrite PRS RF (Personal Response System)
InterWrite PRS & Allyn & Bacon/Longman
©2005 | Longman | Electronic Supplement | Instock
ISBN-10: 0205436951 | ISBN-13: 9780205436958

ResearchNavigator.com Guide
Allyn & Bacon
©2007 | Longman | Paper; 48 pp | Instock
ISBN-10: 0205517196 | ISBN-13: 9780205517190

ResearchNavigator.com Guide
Allyn & Bacon & Barr
©2007 | Longman | Paper; 48 pp | Out of Stock
ISBN-10: 020552396X | ISBN-13: 9780205523962

iClicker Classroom Response System
iClicker & Allyn & Bacon/Longman
©2008 | Longman | Electronic Supplement | Instock
ISBN-10: 0205594506 | ISBN-13: 9780205594504

Longman Texas Government Study Site (Open Access)
Longman
©2008 | Longman | Website | Instock
ISBN-10: 0205576419 | ISBN-13: 9780205576418
URL:  http://www.longmantexasgovernment.com

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  Texas Politics and Government: Continuity and Change, CourseSmart eTextbook, 2/E
  Keith & Haag
  ©2008 | Longman | Electronic Book; 320 pp | Instock
  ISBN-10: 0205629415 | ISBN-13: 9780205629411
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