Explain the role of geographically-based, “regional” political parties vis-à-vis Duverger’s Law. Please include in your answer a definition of Duverger’s Law and an explanation of its consequences.
What will be an ideal response?
Students should recognize that Duverger’s Law cannot work in presence of large enough “third” political parties that are geographically-based, such as regional parties. Consequently, geographically-based minor parties will survive even under SMD FPTP electoral systems. The answer should include an explanation of the law and its consequences to the party system of any state.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Which of the following is NOT true regarding Texas and environmental regulation?
a. The Texas agency responsible for environmental regulation is the Texas Commission for Environmental Quality. b. Texas has a history of favoring business interests over environmental protection. c. Governor Perry’s focus on environmental protection made Texas decreasingly friendly to big business. d. Texans prefer little regulation of business and have doubts about the value of environmental regulation. e. The interests of Texas’s influential industries coincide with the frontier attitude of keeping government minimal.