Hispanics comprise about 36.5 percent of the population in Texas, up from 25 percent in 1990.

Hispanics comprise about 36.5 percent of the population in Texas, up from 25 percent in 1990. Observers note that the growth of the Hispanic population outpaces the growth of the Anglo and African American populations. What are the political implications of these trends? How might they affect the political culture of Texas and the one- party dominance? Do you think this trend could change which party dominates state politics...if so, when do you project to see this shift?