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Actually, there was significant debate during the Constitutional Convention about instituting Congressional term limits, but it was not considered a priority because no one could envision career politicians. At that time, the pay was low, and the power of government was minimal, so the only reason someone would go through the trouble was to ultimately serve the nation, and it was thought that few would be willing to do it for long. Today, the government is so powerful, with so many opportunities for influence, financial opportunities, and corruption, it attracts the very worst sorts of people. Michelle Obama's salary, for example, tripled after the first year her husband became a Senator. (www.PatriotMusic.com)
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What led to the meeting of the First Continental Congress?
The First Continental Congress was called on to try and establish what American rights were, the proper tactics for resisting the Coercive (the Intolerable) Acts, and what the limits on Parliament's power should be.
Would the Founding Fathers think the modern US Supreme Court abuses its power?
The Founding Fathers would likely have differing opinions on the topic. Jefferson, for instance, would feel the Supreme Court is abusing its power; he even felt judicial review overstepped Constitutional limits. Others, however, such as Hamilton and Madison, were (and would probably be) more open to the decisions the Supreme Court has made.
Why do you think the founding fathers included term limits in the Constitution Do you think limits should be longer Explain?
There are no term limits in the Constitution. They were added for the President by the 22nd Amendment in 1947 (ratified 1951). This only occurred after the extraordinary four terms of Franklin D. Roosevelt, which exceeded the informal two-term limit set by George Washington. Many in the US were concerned that his wartime decision might set a precedent. Due to the procedures of the Congress, which favor seniority, it is difficult to initiate term limits for US Senators and Representatives. The benefits of incumbency also make it more difficult to vote them out, until there is a strong trend among their constituents.
Which section of Article I sets limits on the power of Congress?
It limits congressional power that the powers Congress are to exercise are exclusively those specifically provided for in Article I. This has been interpreted to mean that Congress, and only Congress, is vested with the legislative power.
One function of congress that limits states?
Congress must approve a state's constitution before it can be admitted into the union.
Why did the founding fathers believe that they had to place limits on the power of the popularly elected part of congress?
Majorities can easily trample the rights of minorities and when minorities' rights are trampled, the very freedoms which the framers fought for would be forfeit.
What led to the meeting of the First Continental Congress?
The First Continental Congress was called on to try and establish what American rights were, the proper tactics for resisting the Coercive (the Intolerable) Acts, and what the limits on Parliament's power should be.
What event led to the meeting of the first continental congress?
The First Continental Congress was called on to try and establish what American rights were, the proper tactics for resisting the Coercive (the Intolerable) Acts, and what the limits on Parliament's power should be.
Would the Founding Fathers think the modern US Supreme Court abuses its power?
The Founding Fathers would likely have differing opinions on the topic. Jefferson, for instance, would feel the Supreme Court is abusing its power; he even felt judicial review overstepped Constitutional limits. Others, however, such as Hamilton and Madison, were (and would probably be) more open to the decisions the Supreme Court has made.
Why do you think the founding fathers included term limits in the Constitution Do you think limits should be longer Explain?
There are no term limits in the Constitution. They were added for the President by the 22nd Amendment in 1947 (ratified 1951). This only occurred after the extraordinary four terms of Franklin D. Roosevelt, which exceeded the informal two-term limit set by George Washington. Many in the US were concerned that his wartime decision might set a precedent. Due to the procedures of the Congress, which favor seniority, it is difficult to initiate term limits for US Senators and Representatives. The benefits of incumbency also make it more difficult to vote them out, until there is a strong trend among their constituents.
Why do you think the Constitution sets limits on the presidents power to make war?
The founding fathers did not want to vest too much power in any one branch of government. The power to declare war is one best left to a majority vote in the legislature.
Why do you think the constitution sets limits on the president power to make war?
The founding fathers did not want to vest too much power in any one branch of government. The power to declare war is one best left to a majority vote in the legislature.
How much time does Congress have to amend a bill?
Congress does not have time limits. Individual congressmen have time limits in the sense that their term of office runs out, but Congress itself can take as much time as it likes.
Why are there age limits to be in congress?
'cause then seven year olds would likely be in congress
Do we still have the government that the founding fathers gave us?
Jan Vavra told in Czech radio 08-15-2017 that democracy in East European countries might have reached its limits and must be reformed. I am telling that it is not a problem of only East European countries.
What event led to the meeting of the first continental continental?
The First Continental Congress was called on to try and establish what American rights were, the proper tactics for resisting the Coercive (the Intolerable) Acts, and what the limits on Parliament's power should be.
Which section of Article I sets limits on the power of Congress?
It limits congressional power that the powers Congress are to exercise are exclusively those specifically provided for in Article I. This has been interpreted to mean that Congress, and only Congress, is vested with the legislative power.
