Political Capital and Capitol Politics: The Role of Policy Entrepreneurs in Texas Higher Education Policymaking

• In Event: Power to the Policy Entrepreneurs: Advancing Agendas through Coalitions

Abstract

This multiple case study examined the role of policy entrepreneurs in Texas higher education policymaking. Interviews with 50 stakeholders and review of 135 documents revealed two overarching themes: coalition-building by key legislators and state officials, and the influence of leadership changes on the power and political capital of those leaders.

Author

• Anna Drake, University of Central Florida