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I might be inclined to think this would be a good idea but only if it was coupled with a term limit of 1. If you get to run for a theoretically unlimited number

by pc86 5y ago

I might be inclined to think this would be a good idea but only if it was coupled with a term limit of 1. If you get to run for a theoretically unlimited number of 9-year terms, that's just our current system with fewer elections. But, if you run for Congress and are prohibited from any legislative position once your 9-year term is up, you might actually be incentivized to try and be productive.

lkrubner 5y ago
From the essay: "A final thought: the top judges in Britain are appointed for 18 years, which apparently is the length of time that Britain thinks offers the best balance of accountability and independence. So maybe our politicians should be elected for a single term of 18 years, with no chance of running for a second term? In such a case, they could spend 100% of their time focused on their legacy, without having to spend one minute thinking about re-election. If we outlaw a second term, but give them the equivalent of 4 terms, then they have the incentive and pressure to do some good in the limited time they have been granted."