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What is a benefit of the plural executive?
 
  a. It creates a team atmosphere where people work together to accomplish common goals.
  b. It allows for varied opinions on how to solve challenges.
  c. It gives the executive the most power in the political dynamic.
  d. It respects a state's liberal traditions.

Question 2

What are the options for reforming the Texas executive branch to make it more accountable, effective, and efficient?
 
  What will be an ideal response?



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lucas dlamini

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Answer to Question 1

Answer: A

Answer to Question 2

Answer:
A. Reforms for the executive branch
1. removal power over executive department appointees
2. board terms changed to match governor's term
a. make board members directly accountable to governor
b. make governor more accountable because voters can blame governor if board members are incompetent or go against public opinion
3. plural executive changed to cabinet format
a. governor appoints these offices
b. creates a more effective team atmosphere
c. cuts down on ineffective infighting among different political factions
4. reinstate the governor's ability to control budget preparation




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Reply 2 on: Jul 8, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Gracias!

 

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