Quote by Ronald Reagan

I have come to the conclusion that the 22nd Amendment limiting the presidency to two terms was a mistake. Shouldn't the people have the right to vote for someone as many times as they want to vote for him

I have come to the conclusion that the 22nd Amendment limiti

Summary

This quote expresses the belief that the 22nd Amendment, which restricts the president to two terms, was an error. It argues that people should have the freedom to vote for a particular candidate as many times as they wish. The speaker suggests that imposing term limits infringes upon the rights of voters to choose their preferred candidate. It raises the question of whether limitations on presidential terms limit democratic values and the will of the electorate.

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By Ronald Reagan

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