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Week Four
 * GOVT 2301 - M2

Andrew Jackson and the Texas Constitution**

The history of Texas is tied into the expansion of democracy spurred by the election of Andrew Jackson. Though racial and gender barriers existed, property requirements were no longer a prerequisite to political participation. The "common man" could now participate in politics and ascend through the ranks in society. This enhanced participation was codified into a different constitutional order, such as that of Texas. Across the board institutions were tied tightly into the preferences of the electorate.

In the readings below I want you to come to terms with relationship between the national and state governments, the nature of Jacksonian Democracy, the Republic of Texas, and the Texas Constitution


 * Readings:**

- Wikipedia: [|The 10th Amendment]. - Civil Liberties - About - [|The Tenth Amendment]. - Wikipedia: [|Jacksonian Democracy]. - Wikipedia: [|The Texas Republic]. - Handbook of Texas Online: [|The Republic of Texas]. - [|The Texas Constitution]. - Handbook of Texas Online: [|The Texas Constitution].

Internet Students: Write an answer of at least 150 words to each of the following questions:

1 - What does the Tenth Amendment tell us about the intended relationship between the national and state governments? How has the relationship changed over the years? What controversies are associated with it? 2 - How in fact was Jacksonian Democracy unique? Contrast the theory of governance it advocates with that advocated by the Federalists, notably Alexander Hamilton? 3 - Provide a brief outline of the Republic of Texas. 4 - How is the Texas Constitution similar to or different from the U.S. Constitution?

Due April 12th email your answers to me.