It has been argued that the governor should be to a state what the president is to the nation. In a 1970s study, the Texas governor ranked 50th in terms of formal powers, when compared to the other 49 state governors. In a 1990s comparative study, the ranking of the Texas governor moved up to #35. Write an essay discussing what reforms are needed to improve the effectiveness of the Texas governor and allow him to be an effective leader of the executive branch and an effective leader of the state. Be as specific as possible in your recommendations.