On the basis of the size of its two chambers, the terms of representatives and senators$,$ and the districts from which they are elected, the Texas Legisl ature appears to

reflect the elitist views of its authors, and so is not designed either to represent the people effectively or to facilitate meaningful deliberation.

be structured for deliberation, but unlikely to respond to the particular wishes and needs of the people.

be especially well built for responsiveness to the opinions and needs of the people, but not for deliberation.

be well designed for both responsiveness and deliberation.