Which gubernatorial term limit system do you prefer?

[kyc0705]

I believe this is all of them. For clarification:

Unlimited terms: The governor can run for an unlimited number of terms. As long as they keep getting re-elected, they will remain in office without interruption.

Two consecutive terms, later re-eligible: If the governor is elected in 2018, they can run for re-election in 2022. If they win, they cannot run for a third consecutive term in 2026. However, they could run again in 2030.

Two total terms, absolute: The governor is limited to two total terms. Once both terms have been served—whether consecutive or non-consecutive—they can never be elected governor again.

One consecutive term, later re-eligible: If the governor is elected in 2018, they cannot run for re-election in 2022. However, they can run again in 2026. (Virginia is the only state that currently does this.)

[Amenhotep Bakari-Sellers]

2 terms only, due to power grab by Walker

[thumb21]

I don't support term limits. In a democracy, if someone's so popular that they can win re-election 3, even 4 times in a row, they should be allowed to run.

[America Needs R'hllor]

Two total terms. Term limits are great.

[Orser67]

I like the two consecutive terms, later re-eligible. I think term limits for the executive are useful for preventing one individual from accruing too much power, but I also don't want to unnecessarily limit the field of candidates. Allowing the governor to return to office after being out for a few years provides a good balance between those two factors.

[Kingpoleon]

I like the two consecutive terms, later re-eligible. I think term limits for the executive are useful for preventing one individual from accruing too much power, but I also don't want to unnecessarily limit the field of candidates. Allowing the governor to return to office after being out for a few years provides a good balance between those two factors.

Indeed. I believe a similar system should be implemented for the Presidency.

[Dukakisite1988]

Unlimited. If voters want a governor for decades then they should have the right to choose that option. This should be combined with greater scrutiny at the executive level.

[TDAS04]

Option 2, which also what I favor for the presidency.

[politicallefty]

I don't support term limits. In a democracy, if someone's so popular that they can win re-election 3, even 4 times in a row, they should be allowed to run.

This. I think term limits are antithetical to democracy. However, I do think executive power should be heavily restrained in general (which is why I’d prefer a parliamentary system).

[brucejoel99]

I don't support term limits. In a democracy, if someone's so popular that they can win re-election 3, even 4 times in a row, they should be allowed to run.

This. I think term limits are antithetical to democracy. However, I do think executive power should be heavily restrained in general (which is why I’d prefer a parliamentary system).

Indeed to (most of) the above, as term limits severely curtail the choices of voters. A fundamental principle in our system of government is that voters get to choose their government. Voter choices are restricted when a candidate (regardless of incumbency status) is barred from being on the ballot.

[😥]

Option 2, which also what I favor for the presidency.

[Fight for Trump]

I am always against term limits.

[Mr. Reactionary]

4 (Virginian)

[DeSantis4Prez]

Two consecutive, later re-eligible. Unlike most Republicans I know, I don't favor a ton of term limits for Congressmen and women, as well as Governors. This is sort of a "compromise" for me, as it makes someone else become Governor for at least 4 years. I live in a state that has unlimited terms, which I do not like. This system would work better for here.

[MarkD]

I don't support term limits. In a democracy, if someone's so popular that they can win re-election 3, even 4 times in a row, they should be allowed to run.

This. I think term limits are antithetical to democracy. However, I do think executive power should be heavily restrained in general (which is why I’d prefer a parliamentary system).

Indeed to (most of) the above, as term limits severely curtail the choices of voters. A fundamental principle in our system of government is that voters get to choose their government. Voter choices are restricted when a candidate (regardless of incumbency status) is barred from being on the ballot.

All of the above. Plus, I see no evidence that Governors who are not term limited are worse at governing than those who are. They're no more corrupt or any more likely to abuse their power.