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A 4 page paper which argues for limits on U.S.
Congressional terms. The paper argues for two terms of senators and also for
representatives. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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4 pages (~225 words per page)
File: JR7_RAlimit.rtf
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very aware and are essentially disgruntled with the length of time that is offered to the various types of representatives. The truth is that many of these individuals can run
for office for the entire life, and win over and over again with no limits placed on how many times they serve. The length of term also varies and for
many people, seems to set a ridiculous standard that does not allow for change. With this in mind the following paper argues that the terms and limitations for senators and
United States Representatives should be limited to two terms maximum. Limits At present it appears as though "Senators are elected to six-year terms in even-numbered years. The terms
are staggered so that the terms of approximately one-third of all Senators expire every two years. Thus, approximately 30-36 Senate seats are up for re-election every two years. The Constitution
establishes no limit on the number of terms a person may serve in the Senate" (American Elections, 2004). In relationship to state Representatives, "Members of the U.S. House of Representatives
are elected to two-year terms in even-numbers years. In the event a representative dies, resigns or is expelled, a special election is held to elect a replacement. The Constitution establishes
no limit on the number of terms a person may serve in the House" (American Elections, 2004). The first argument, there is little room for change when one person
is able to continually hold office and thus maintain a strict and established structure that does not allow for change. As such an individual should not be allowed to run
and win indefinitely in the political arena. Many may argue, however, that if the people do not wish this person to be in office they will not be elected. They
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