To determine how successfully colleges and universities teach American history, government, and economics, more than 14,000 undergraduate students at 50 universities were tested on American civics. This report details how students around the country and Texas performed.
Local Government
Examining Local Government Spending Trends From 2014 to 2023
City and county spending has outpaced growth in population and inflation, leading to an increase in the tax burden on Texan taxpayers. Key points: Local government spending continues to outstrip increases in both population and inflation. From 2014 to 2023, local government spending rose by 61.2%, whereas population and inflation increased by only 42.7%. Elevated...
March 6, 2026