Describe and explain the primary weaknesses or criticisms of the Constitution of 1876
What will be an ideal response?
Answer: An ideal response will:
1. Explain how the legislative branch is weak and has a hard time meeting the increasingly complex needs of Texas. Also explain why the legislature is susceptible to influence from interest groups.
2. Explain that the executive branch is weak because its powers are fragmented among a host of independently elected officials.
3. Explain the weaknesses in an inequitable public education system.
4. Explain the criticism that budgeting and finances cannot be easily alteredto meet changing state needs.
5. Explain the criticisms for past restrictions on individual rights for African Americans and other groups.
6. Explain the criticism that the Texas Constitution has an unnecessary level of confusing statutory detail.
7. Explain the weakness that the Texas Constitution requires excessive amendments to enable state government to adapt to changes.
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