Myth In Texas

Ever since the Manifest Destiny became the United States’ holy goal, Texas had always been in the sight of the United State, for the location and size of the territory were extremely attractive for the expansion. In addition, the state offered the Rio Grande River which promised great trade in the future. These factors made Texas a key component in fulfilling the sacred duty, so when news spread that Texas became independent, there was no time wasted from the United States in integrating them into the union. Even before Texas gained their independence, the United States had become intertwined with the culture of Texas by having hundreds of American citizens immigrating into the territory and spreading American values across the land. As many historians have said “Throughout the United States, especially in the South, support for Texas was warm and widespread. Men, money, and

Texas has a unique history among the states. Several countries have laid claim to the territory which now comprises it, and the state was briefly an independent republic before joining the union in 1845. Today it is known as a leader in job creation, energy production, a laissez-faire approach to economics, and sound public finances. The state is comprised of 254 counties, which is more than any other state. This means that government in Texas is quite decentralized. The state has no towns, townships, boroughs, or villages as local municipalities. Instead, Texans reside in either incorporated areas (local authority being a city) or an unincorporated one (in which case the local authority is a county). The state government incentivized efficiency

Through analysis of the contents of our Constitution, one will find nothing that states nor implies the possibility of secession. It would be outright contradictory for a government’s law to allow for its dissolution. President Abraham Lincoln elaborates on this idea in his first inaugural address when he states, “Perpetuity is implied, if not expressed, in the fundamental law of all national governments... no government proper ever had a provision in its organic law for its own termination.” Moreover, nothing states that there is a procedure to secede. The established methodology of problem-solving is to work through the various branches of government. For example, a Senator can draft a resolution to give more consideration to the South’s interests. However, it would not be proper to simply leave the government and form a new government. Senator Daniel Webster rhetorically poses a question to emphasize this argument: “Who has given, or who can give, to the state legislatures a right to alter [the Union], either by interference, construction, or otherwise?”

Even though Texas is not independent anymore, people who live in Texas are really proud this state. You can tell that Texans are proud of where they come from when you talk them and some people consider that cockiness. I really like that about Texas because people here are really protective about their state and are willing to defend it no matter what. As I mention before, I do not know a lot about the government, but I am going to share some of the good thing that I know and appreciate about Texas government. One of the things that I like is the fact that the Governor of Texas is the weakest and has less power compared to other states in the United States. In my opinion, that was a good idea because it gives more opportunity for others around him to have a say in the policies that are being passed. Another thing that I really like about Texas government is all the opportunities that high school students now have to attend to college and finish their two years for free. When I first heard of this opportunity I was really amazed because by the time they graduate from high school they already have the two years of college done and can go directly to

When all attempts to arrive at a formal annexation treaty failed, the United States Congress passed--after much debate and only a simple majority--a Joint Resolution for Annexing Texas to the United States. Under these terms, Texas would keep both its public lands and its public debt, it would have the power to divide into four additional states "of convenient size" in the future if it so

Over the course of United States history, Texas has always been a peculiar state. It has had it's fair share of triumphs and downfalls, some of which were the Battle of The Alamo, the defeat of the Spanish army, and its acquisition by the United States. Although the history of Texas might seem to dominate the opinions of many, the governmental component is no different. In fact, some have debated if the very foundation of our government is a democracy or a republic. In response, and through thorough research, I have concluded that Texas is, in fact, a democracy, because there is a multitude of electoral systems, an array of elected positions that citizens can run for, and a myriad of court systems to which justice can be served.

This research assignment goes through the idea of Texas seceding from the United States. The introduction goes through a thorough explanation of the history of Texas and the many difficult challenges the territory had to face in becoming a state. The first idea implemented is how many times Texas has seceded and the reasons for seceding. The next follows information on why Texas would be better off seceding from the United States and why it should have stayed as a Republic. In contrast, the similar idea develops advantages and disadvantages of having Texas seceded from the Union. As a result, it then transitions into another idea, is Texas better off with staying with the United States after all. In that slide it also talks about how the Texas

In today’s society with so many disagreements between the state and federal government going on the thought crosses some Texans minds about secession. The movement, headed by the Texas Nationalist Movement and the Tea Party, is seeking to remove the state from the union and institute Texas as a new country. Many questions arise over the topic of secession covering topics such as economy, currency, population, and if Texas would be helped or hurt by leaving the United States federal government behind. It has been shown that Texas has a much larger population than many countries as well as gold to back a currency should it decide to create one. The Texas economy is extremely strong with a mass of exports and natural resources being gathered in the state. These natural resources tied with other products made in Texas give the state one of the strongest economies in the world. Even with all this knowledge the question over secession still persists.

One reason why the Texans participated in the Civil War was to defend states` rights. They believed they had the right to make decisions on items not covered by the constitution. Therefore, Texas secession was a states rights and was worth fighting for. Texas had previously fought for its right to self-government. Stated in document C “Texas secession convention said states were sovereign and had the right to secede.”

Texans believed that each State should have their own rights and powers rather than the federal government. For instance, O.M. Roberts, the president of the Texas Secession Convention states that, “The crisis upon us involves not only the right of self government, but the maintenance of a great principle in the laws of nations…”-[Doc C] O.M. Roberts is stating that, it is a crisis that there are no state rights. The Texans though it wasn’t right to give all the power to the federal government. When the government refused the suggestion, it enraged

First, the Texans fought for states rights. “This is a Union of equal states, and no state can force another state to remain in it or withdraw from it.” (Doc. C). “No state upon its own mere motion, can lawfully get out of the union.” (Doc. C). The Texans fought to deliver equal power and rights to the states among the union.

Have you ever noticed the “Texas Secede” bumper sticker and thought it was a bit over the top? I can honestly say I was one of the people who thought it was a bit ridiculous up until recently. Now I am not so sure that it is a bad idea! Now, hear me out, I am not saying we SHOULD do this, I am saying we should at least check out the possibility of Texas as a Nation. While I consider myself a patriot, I also consider myself a constitionalist and as of recent my beloved United States of America has chosen to ignore this document. The constitution is not a buffet to pick and choose and I believe that if America is going to change courses and sail in another direction; Texas should be able to throw down its anchor and separate as a nation that will uphold a similar constitution and stand on the foundation America was built on.

Texas is a state that is dearly loved by its inhabitants, and even some who do not live there. Despite how many people love it, there are a lot of people who dislike Texas and the pride Texans have for it. Texas fought for independence from a country much larger than itself, and then chose to become a part of the United States, while still reserving the right to secede. Many people do not take into accord the reasons why Texans are so proud.

Thesis: The nine years of Texas’s independence were long and seemed to be dragged out. Were those nine years unnecessary and could it have been done in a shorter period of time?

In the late 19th century, Texas had gained independence from Mexico and there was speculation in whether or not the United States would allow for the annexation of Texas into the Union. John L. O’Sullivan stated, “Imbecile and distracted, Mexico never can exert any real governmental authority over such a country (3).” He was basically stating that Mexico have no real power when it came to having control over Texas since it’s government was too weak while insinuating that America does. He also makes a claim that California along with Texas is too much for Mexico to handle. “The impotence of the one and the distance of the other, must make the relation one of virtual independence; unless, by stunting the province of all natural growth, and forbidding that immigration which can alone develop its capabilities and fulfil the purposes of its creation (O’Sullivan 3).” America had the all right and made it their responsibility to make sure that they take what they needed to achieve their goal of a complete American nation.