Question

question 6 (1 point)
which of the following are 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.

a weak council gives too much power to the mayor, bureaucrats and lobbyists.
voters should be able to give a good incumbent another term in office.
eliminate abuses of power that come with unlimited time in office.
bring fresh points of view to the council.
it is good to get rid of career politicians from office.
in any election, any incumbent can be voted out of office by the people.

Explanation:

• Option A: A weak Council (which term limits might contribute to if experienced members are forced out) giving power to others is an argument against term limits.
• Option B: Voters' ability to re - elect a good incumbent (which term limits would restrict) is an argument against term limits.
• Option F: The idea that people can vote out incumbents (so term limits are unnecessary) is an argument against term limits.

Options C (eliminate power abuses - pro - term limits), D (fresh views - pro - term limits as new members bring them), and E (get rid of career politicians - pro - term limits) are arguments for term limits.

Answer:

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