Since there is so much corruption in Washington, what can be done? It would be nice if there could be an overall cleaning house, but that's not practical, so what about term limits.
Power corrupts, and anyone who is allowed to stay in Congress and in government for a lifetime has the temptation to become corrupt. The "good ole boy" way of doing business also corrupts.
There are many calling for term limits.
http://www.cato.org/pubs/handbook/hb107/hb107-9.pdf
Monday, June 12, 2006
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Yeah, they are tempting. On the other hand, I actually believe that elections are intended to serve as term limits - for an engaged electorate. And therein lies the rub...
I would rather see campaign finance reform that actually works and rules that create a more level playing field for electoral politics.
But, in the absence of an informed and engaged electorate and CFR that works...
mseh,
Yes, the whole thing is a mess, and a lot of changes need to be implemented.
I agree campaign finance reform is also a must.
Have you looked at the list of PACs lately? It's unreal how many there are and how much money is collected by them.
There is so much that needs changing.
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