Georgia's Democratic congressman David Scott has died at age 80. Scott was the first Black chairman of the House Agriculture Committee and was seeking his 13th term in Congress despite challenges from within his party.
Term Limits are a ‘Monkey’s Paw’ wish waiting to happen; it will just shift the power from the elected representatives to unelected staffers, advisors and lobbyists.
The correct solution is to have a forced retirement age for politicians - if you’re old enough to receive a pension, you’re too old to hold elected office.
How soon until we get term limits for these ancient fucks?
Term Limits are a ‘Monkey’s Paw’ wish waiting to happen; it will just shift the power from the elected representatives to unelected staffers, advisors and lobbyists.
The correct solution is to have a forced retirement age for politicians - if you’re old enough to receive a pension, you’re too old to hold elected office.
We’re going to get term limits in 1994, when Gingrich’s majority makes good on their Contract With America. Susan Collins will lead the charge.