In which of the following areas are the powers of the governor of Texas comparable to or greater than the powers of the president of the United States?
a) Appointment. The governor can fill by appointment almost all important executive branch offices, while the appointment powers of the president are more limited.
b) Budget. The legislature usually adopts the budget presented by the governor, while the president's budget is usually changed by Congress.
c) The line-item veto. Presidents do not have this power.
d) Judicial powers. The governor can grant a pardon whereas the president must get the consent of the Senate before granting a pardon.
e) None of the above.
Answer: C
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