Question

question 15 (1 point)
which of the following are all arguments against term limits on members of the city council? select all that apply. you must get them all right to receive credit on this question.
it is good to get rid of career politicians from office.
voters should be able to give a good incumbent another term in office.
eliminate abuses of power that come with unlimited time in office.
a weak council gives too much power to the mayor, bureaucrats and lobbyists.
bring fresh points of view to the council.
in any election, any incumbent can be voted out of office by the people.

Explanation:

• "Voters should be able to give a good incumbent another term in office": This is an argument against term - limits as it emphasizes the right of voters to retain a competent official. Term - limits would restrict this choice.
• "A weak Council gives too much power to the mayor, bureaucrats and lobbyists": If term - limits make the Council weak (by constantly having new, less - experienced members), it is an argument against term - limits. A strong Council (without term - limits allowing for experienced members) can better balance power.
• "In any election, any incumbent can be voted out of office by the people": This implies that the electoral process itself (without term - limits) is sufficient to remove incumbents if needed. Term - limits are an unnecessary restriction as the people already have the power to vote out officials.

Answer:

• B. Voters should be able to give a good incumbent another term in office.
• D. A weak Council gives too much power to the mayor, bureaucrats and lobbyists.
• F. In any election, any incumbent can be voted out of office by the people.