The President of the United States can serve only two terms. Why?

Accepted answers

(Because of) the 22nd Amendment
To keep the president from becoming too powerful

Any one of these 2 answers is accepted. You do not need to give all of them — the officer is listening for one correct response.

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Nearby questions

34. Who elects members of the House of Representatives?
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38. What is the name of the President of the United States now?

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