[Repeal The 17th]

Thanks.
- - -
This was the problem they saw with “term limits”.

“to be ineligible a second time”

“The ineligibility proposed by the clause as it stood tended to destroy the great motive to good behavior, the hope of being rewarded by a re-appointment. It was saying to him, make hay while the sun shines.”
- - -

[Huck]

Mr. MADISON, considered the negative on the laws of the States as essential to the efficacy & security of the Genl. Govt.

Madison showing his true colors.

[Jacquerie]

Term limits were discussed at least several times for reps, Senators and Presidents. Delegates to the Confederate Congress were term limited, so it is not as if the concept was new.

One reason against them was fear of what the President would do if he did not have to worry about reelection.

The fear is illustrated with Obamacare, in which the most heinous provisions, including new taxes don't kick in until 2013.