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Originally posted by: CowboyKell
There is a problem with tenure. However, term limits bring their own problems. Eliminate long standing politicians and the bureaucrats inherit the power. At least congressmen are a little more visible.
Sometimes tenured people know how to act more like grownups. Lots of Senate newbs tried to shut down the US federal government because they had a hissy fit about a law that had already been passed. Enter Ted Cruz, Marco Rubio, Pat Toomey. Even if you agree with their position on the issue - ask yourselves how you feel if Democrats reacted that way in response to the Bush Tax cuts? I prefer the government be run by people who understand the power and responsibility of their position - and dont use it as a tool to vent off in a selfish temper tantrum
You'll find more openess for bi-partisan work amongst veterans like Orin Hatch, Bob Corker, Chuck Schumer, and Diane Feinstein. That doesn't mean you have to agree with them...or even like them. But at least they've been around long enough to understand meaningful progress can not be attained without working with the other side. ...and they understand the consequences of using their power irresponsibly.
