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18.  This is a fund raising group that tries to influence elections.

17.  The use of block grants, allowing states considerable leeway in how federal money is spent, was championed by President __________________ under the name New Federalism.

1. The Texas Constitution created a plural executive, consisting of multiple elected officers.

7. How does the Constitution of 1876 prevent future governors, including today’s governor, from consolidating power like Governor Edmund Davis did under the Constitution of 1869?

24. According to Article 4 of the Texas Constitution, each of the following members of the plural executive are elected to their position except for the ________________, who is appointed by the governor and approved by the Texas Senate.

10. Judges in Texas are appointed by the governor

42. Which principle of government is the key to understanding the drafting of the Texas Constitution of 1876?

21. What is the purpose of a primary election?

28.  In Texas, which group is most likely to support the Republican Party?

29.  Which of the following is NOT a requirement to vote in Texas?