TEXAS POLITICS TODAY helps you to think critically and get active as it focuses on current issues political issues ranging from immigration, LGBT politics, gun control policies, abortion laws, and Latino politics to the culture wars. You will find out how Texas politics works in real-world practice from actual political activists ranging from the governor to campaign consultants and marijuana advocates. The text will help you close the gap between theory and practice as it reveals the inner workings of Texas government and shows you how Texas compares among the 50 states.