Describe and analyze patterns in income, poverty, education, and literacy in Texas. How does Texas compare to other states and the United States as a whole? What types of differences exist within Texas as a function of geography and race/ethnicity?
Do these patterns matter in terms of political participation and influence?
What will be an ideal response?
Answer: An ideal response will:
1. Explain that Texas has lower levels of income and education than most other states and higher levels of poverty, including among children.
2. Explain that there are significant differences across ethnic/racial groups, with Anglos having higher income and education levels. Poverty is related to income and education so some of the poorest counties in the country are in largely Hispanic counties along the border with Mexico.
3. Identify financial resources as a source for political voice through ability to finance political campaigns, purchase media access, etc.
4. Identify education as a major determinant of interest in, understanding of, and participation in politics.
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