An Alternative to Term Limits Last edited 8/31/2019. to include the Wyoming Rule. – Phil Kurtz, Libertarian Candidate for US House of Representatives Texas District 9, 2018. There is a lot of talk lately about Term Limits for Congress. I understand the sentiment behind this. Career Politicians, Special interests, New Blood, or a lack there of, too much concentration of power, partisan segregation and the disconnect between the representatives and the district that he or she represents. It seems that elected representatives come into office with an agenda and try to convince their constituents that it fits their wants and needs. So, to limit power, many have proposed term limits. This unfortunately takes away the right of you the voter to select your representation. Some will argue it does not, however, if you have a representative that you support, a term limit could make him ineligible to run for office, thus violating your right to select your direct representation. ...
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