What trend is occurring in Texas party politics? Are parties realigning or slowly disappearing? Provide examples to justify your argument
What will be an ideal response?
Answer: An ideal response will:
1. Briefly trace the rise of the Republican Party and the transformation from a one-party system to a two-party system characterized by Republican dominance.
2. Define and explain the concepts of realignment and dealignment and situate the realignment in Texas in this context.
3. Explain the growth of Hispanics in the state and possible electoral consequences.
4. Explain the concept of party revitalization.
5. State and defend a position regarding realignment versus dealignment.
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