Has the state of Nebraska gotten it right?
Nebraska is the only state in the union with a unicameral legislature.
Members of this legislative body are called Senators and are limited to two consecutive four year terms. The legislature consists of only 49 Senators and is non-partisan. That is, they do not list party affiliation on the ballot.
Nebraska also limits their U.S. Senators and Representatives to two terms.
This has been proposed in at least 21 other states over the years but has failed to pass each time. I believe these proposals fail because politicians are loathe to vote themselves out of their cushy positions.
Is this a good idea for other states to adopt? What would be the pros and the cons.
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Newly elected politicians need lots of help learning the ropes and the rules. Lobbyists become their best friends.
Campaign finance reform and stricter lobbiest rules are the only thing that I think would really make a difference.
I see nothing wrong with someone dedicating their life to working towards a better country. I see lots of things wrong with part-time legislators who have to take money on the side as quickly as possible because they know this is their short window of opportunity.
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