New report links longer congressional tenures to increased govt. spending

[longknife]

Does this really surprise anyone? It's a sign of one of the major problems in Congress – what assignments and perks you receive depend upon how long you serve. And, the long you serve, the more likely you are to hand out “favors” for your constituents – and supporters. So, in order to get re-elected so you can keep what you have or get more – you ensure the $$$ flow to those who will fill your campaign coffers.

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And I expect a whole lot of posts demanding term-limits. The only term-limits should be the results at the ballot box!!!

 

[g5000]

It concludes that: “the longer a Member of Congress remains in office, on average the more supportive of higher government spending he or she becomes.”

Duh. This is a no-brainer.

The longer a member of Congress is in office, the more powerful positions they acquire. The more powerful positions they acquire, the bigger the hand they have in the public purse. The bigger the hand they have in the public purse, the more money they can bring home to the voters to ensure their continued longevity.

They had to do a study to discover this? Really?

 

[boedicca]

Well... duh.

This report wins the Captain Obvious Award.

 

[Mac1958]

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Term limits.

Balanced Budget Amendment.

Change the system or just bend over and take it.

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