Historically, texans rank in the in terms of national voter participation.

The correct answer that would best complete the given statement above would be BOTTOM THIRD. Historically, texans rank in the bottom third in terms of national voter participation. Texas has always low voter turnout and this record broke during the 2008 elections. Hope this answer helps. 

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Sir thomas more, venerated in the catholic church as saint thomas more, was an english lawyer, social philosopher, author, statesman, and noted renaissance humanist. he was also a councillor to henry viii, and lord high chancellor of england from october 1529 to 16 may 1532. i found this information on wikipedia