dadaist's Journal: Term Limits?

Several states have imposed term limits in recent years. Most who argue for term limits do so because they think that elections distract our officials from their primary duties. Although the goal seems good, in practice term limits may reduce accoutability. Herrick et. al (1994) have found that the empirical story is mixed. While overall activity was decreased among those who did not run for reelection in the House, the quality of the activity increased.

Perhaps a similar system should be imposed on Slashdot moderators.