Quote by Dwight D Eisenhower

But I believe this: by and large, the United States ought to be able to choose for its President anybody that it wants, regardless of the number of terms he has served. That is what I believe. Now, some people have said You let him get enough power and this will lead toward a one-party government. That, I dont believe. I have got the utmost faith in the long-term common sense of the American people. Therefore, I dont think there should be any inhibitions other than those that were in the 35-year age limit and so on. I think that was enough, myself.

But I believe this: by and large, the United States ought to

Summary

This quote is expressing the belief that the United States should have the freedom to choose any individual as their President, regardless of the number of terms they have served. The speaker disagrees with the notion that allowing a President to serve multiple terms would inevitably lead to a one-party government. The speaker has faith in the wisdom and common sense of the American people to make informed decisions about their leadership, and they believe that the existing age limit requirement is sufficient as an inhibition.

By Dwight D Eisenhower

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