Question

Do you think that governors should have significant powers? I know there are about 14 states, Texas being one that their governor has very little power. But why should these governors be allowed more?

Answer 1

In our democracy, it's the states' citizens who determine the extent of the governors' powers. I don't know of any situation in which I would change these policies. However, please check for other answers -- including from our Texas tutors.

Answer 2

I have read and heard for years that the Lt Gov in Texas actually has more power than the Gov does. Here's a webpage that will let you see what his duties are:
http://www.ltgov.state.tx.us/duties.php

I found that by going to www.google.com and entering <b>lt gov tx</b> -- and you can find out this type of information about other elected officials in TX or any other state by altering the search words a little and then reading LOTS!