How can Texas governors be removed from office? Do provisions for removing a governor give the public a proper role in the process?
What will be an ideal response?
Answer: An ideal response will:
1. Explain that the state House is responsible for impeaching the governor and that the state Senate is responsible for conducting a trial of impeachment charges.
2. Explain that a number of states, but not Texas, allow for recall elections of governors.
3. Articulate and defend a position on the desirability of recall elections or other mechanisms for public involvement in removal of the governor.
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