The governor's veto power is almost absolute because
a. the legislature often adjourns before the governor has had time to act on a bill.
b. the Texas constitution makes the governor very strong.
c. the legislature has no procedure to override the governor's veto.
d. checks and balances are nonexistent.
e. the presiding officers of the legislature have little power.
A
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