Is Texas part of the South?

Here at Houston Public Media this morning, we started talking about Texas as a part of the South - or not! What do you think, are we?

Knowing the independent spirit many of us embody we're curious to learn from you how this plays into our Texan identity. Whether you were born in Texas or not, we've discovered in our office alone that people have very strong beliefs about Texas. We want to explore this and hear from you what you believe.

Our reporters are interested to hear from people all across Texas and the rest of the country. We may use these insights as part of a future talk show.

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What is your connection to Texas? [Check all that apply.]

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Do you think Texas is a part of the South? We love details, so please explain your views with a story, a historical perspective or an experience that influenced your views.

Has there ever been an instance where you have had to explain or defend this position? Please share that with us here.

If you're not from Texas, but live here now, we're interested to know if your view of Texas changed once you moved here. So, did it?

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Thanks for sharing your insights on whether or not Texas is a part of the South. Please feel free to share these questions by clicking the Tweet or Recommend buttons above with fellow Texans, who live here or elsewhere, to share their insights as well.

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