A term limit is a law that limits the amount of time a political representative may hold an elected office. In the U.S. the office of the President is restricted to two four year terms. There are currently no term limits for Congressional terms but various states and cities have enacted term limits for their elected officials at the local level.
86% Yes |
14% No |
78% Yes |
12% No |
8% Yes, term limits will increase performance and prevent corruption |
2% No, officials gain valuable experience and become more effective representatives over time |
0% Yes, and decrease their salary and retirement benefits |
0% No, we already have term limits that are called “elections” |
0% Yes, term limits for the House but not the Senate |
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@5JKTL663yrs3Y
That's a double edged sword, if you make the term too short they'll have to be even more corrupt to scam what ever they can from American tax payers. If you leave them in too long they can take their time screwing everyone. I just think they should be bi-annually audited by independent parties and the auditing company has to change each time. If the books and emails are missing or out of order the Congress member will have to pay for the extra time it takes to find those items. If too much is missing they would have to step down and be held under house arrest until the matter is resolved.
@9BFDRTB1yr1Y
No, require congresspeople to pass a mental competency test instead
@947R5H72yrs2Y
No, and all term limits on elected officials should be abolished
@7PTCG381yr1Y
Yes, impose term limits of no longer than age 75 for those serving in either the House or Senate
@94JS63G2yrs2Y
Yes and decrease salary and take away retirement
@94JRGDH2yrs2Y
Congressional terms should not exceed time spent outside of politics.
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In a series of recent interviews, former Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer has voiced his opinions on potential reforms for the U.S. Supreme Court, sparking a national conversation on the future of the judiciary. Breyer, who retired from the bench in 2022, has openly discussed the possibility of overturning the Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health decision, which itself overruled the landmark Roe v. Wade ruling on abortion rights. His comments suggest a belief in the court's dynamic nature and its ability to adapt to changing societal norms over time.Breyer also addressed the controversial leak of the Dobbs decision prior to its official announcement, expressing skepticism that such a breach could have originated from a Supreme Court justice. This leak had significant political and social ramifications, leading to widespread speculation about the court's internal processes and the integrity of its confidential deliberations.Moreover, the retired justice has signaled support for implementing term and age limits for Supreme Court justices. Breyer, who stepped down at the age of 83, advocates for 'long' limits to ensure justices do not focus on future employment opportunities post-retirement, thereby maintaining the court's independence and impartiality. This stance introduces a pragmatic approach to reforming the Supreme Court, aiming to balance experience with the need for fresh perspectives.Breyer's retirement was strategically timed to allow a Democratic-led Senate to confirm his replacement, highlighting the political considerations that often underpin decisions regarding the composition of the court. His recent remarks reflect a broader debate on how to ensure the Supreme Court evolves in line with democratic principles while preserving its foundational role in the American legal system.As discussions on Supreme Court reforms continue, Breyer's insights offer valuable perspectives from a veteran of the judiciary. His comments underscore the importance of considering both the court's tradition and the necessity for adaptation in a rapidly changing world, setting the stage for a pivotal dialogue on the future of America's highest court.
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Australia currently has a progressive tax system whereby high income earners pay a higher percentage of tax than low income tax. A more progressive income tax system has been proposed as a tool towards reducing wealth inequality.