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Position in the Texas Government

Pick a position in the Texas Government and write a paper on that position (i.e. Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Texas Land Commissioner, Attorney General, specific judge, or any other position).

In your paper you should:

– Describe the role, explain what does this person does and the sources of this person’s power (i.e. Texas Constitution or another law or bill), who does this person share power with, who does this person report to / who provides a “check and balance” on this position?

o Explain how the role is filled (i.e. appointed or elected and the process).

o Who is the current person in this position and provide background information about this person and major goals / initiatives this individual has in this position.

o Is this person affiliated with a political party? What role does that play in this position (i.e. with election or appointment, with how this person carries out their duties, with decisions the person makes, with accountability)?

o What are the major issues confronting the person in this position currently?

o What is your opinion of this person and why?

o Based on your research, what are the major impacts in history of this position and explain

Your paper should include a cover page, abstract page, three (3) written pages at least (introduction, body, and conclusion), and a works cited page.· Your paper should be in APA format and double spaced. ·Length and Style:

You must use at least 4 credible sources.·Sources:

Wikipedia and Google are NOT sources.·All 4 sources must be either secondary or primary sources and are credible sources from either library books or library databases.

You must use at least one (1) chart, graph or other form of visual medium that you interpret / explain / comment on in your paper.·

Please use the librarians – they are eager to help you with your research. Include citations for ALL sources you use. A separate works cited page MUST be included, along with short form citations within the paper. As a general rule you should have at least one citation for every paragraph except the introduction and conclusion.·

Please review the attached Rubric on your own and refer to it when writing your paper to make sure you follow directions and receive the maximum points possible.· Your professor will go over the attached Rubric and make sure you understand how you will be graded on this assignment. ·Rubric

 

Last Updated on October 12, 2019

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