A Letter from Matt Miller
After discussing term limits recently, I was dismayed with
the apparent lack of priority this issue is garnering. Of course, it is no
surprise to me that elected officials wish to remain in office indefinitely and
those that are closest to them. This, by itself, illustrates the separation
between the needs of the People and the desires of our elected officials.
What experience are these elected officials actually bringing
to office? I could give many examples of politicians that have spent most of
their lives in office with little or no practical experience either as
employees in diverse fields or creating and operating businesses that propel
this nation. As a business owner, would you hire an individual for a skilled or
professional position with no experience? If you wish to stay competitive and
survive, I think not. Unfortunately we no longer hold our elected officials to
such standards. With shorter terms, there would be more turnover in government
and only the very best would remain by having no choice but to seek higher
office and more often.
Private industry runs America and bureaucracy runs it to the
ground. CEO’s are consistently being headhunted. Why? Private industry has it
right. There are many instances where a billion dollar corporation was turned
around by installing new leadership and did so in short order. New energy, new
ideas and knowledge are suppressed by our current system. Incumbents always
have the advantage. Why, do you ask? Money. The longer an official is in office
the more opportunity they have to consolidate power. This is normally reflected
by campaign contributions from corporations used for reelection. How does this
serve to place in office the best person for the job? In short, it doesn't.
I have always believed that many of the traditions and time
honored
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