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Term Limits Won't Fix Congress — Here's What Might

The NPR Politics Podcast

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The Challenges of Implementing Term Limits for Politicians

Running against incumbents in a primary or November is a bad bet due to historical difficulty in defeating officeholders. Though a majority may support term limits, it's unlikely to happen. Congress attempted term limits in the 90s but failed to gain enough support. Some argue that experience is necessary for effective congressional work. Members who initially promised limited terms ended up serving longer.

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