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Battleground State Voters Demand Term Limits! Oct 14, 2026

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In this podcast: -A major study of nearly 20,000 Americans in competitive states and districts finds bipartisan support for congressional term limits, independent redistricting commissions, restrictions on political money, stock-trading bans, and Supreme Court ethics rules. -Candidates from both parties make government reform a central campaign message, promoting term limits and measures to curb corruption, insider trading, and special-interest influence. -The debate over aging lawmakers intensifies as examples of congressional health concerns and lengthy political careers fuel calls for term limits, age limits, and cognitive testing. -Historical Senate data shows little meaningful partisan advantage in congressional tenure, reinforcing the argument that term limits are a nonpartisan reform with broad potential for bipartisan support. -Political commentator John Fund argues that Congress itself has become the strongest case for term limits, contending that lawmakers' reluctance to relinquish power prevents popular reforms from advancing and threatens effective representative government. Stay up to date on the latest Term Limits news! Subscribe for free on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can shop for hats, t-shirts, bumper stickers, and more at http://termlimits.com/store Has your local state Representative or Senator committed themselves to defend Term Limits? See if they are listed, and if not, ask them to sign the pledge at http://termlimits.com/pledge Help U.S. Term Limits fight to place TERM LIMITS on all members of Congress by donating at http://termlimits.com/donate. We will not stop until TERM LIMITS is enacted on ALL members of Congress, NOT JUST THE PRESIDENT!! To check on the status of the Term Limits movement in your state, go to http://termlimits.com/TakeAction

Happy Term Limits Day - Feb. 27th, 2026! Sep 27, 2026

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In this 25 minute podcast: -The show celebrates Term Limits Day, marking the anniversary of the 22nd Amendment, as momentum for congressional term limits accelerates nationwide. -USTL President Philip Blumel reports that 12 states have already applied for a term-limits convention, with 12 more actively considering it in 2026. -U.S. Term Limits urges citizens to visibly support term limits this Friday the 27th through social media, petitions, signs, and public demonstrations. -The podcast honors the late Ed Crane, highlighting his pivotal role in shaping the intellectual and grassroots foundation of the modern term limits movement. Stay up to date on the latest Term Limits news! Subscribe for free on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can shop for hats, t-shirts, bumper stickers, and more at http://termlimits.com/store Has your local state Representative or Senator committed themselves to defend Term Limits? See if they are listed, and if not, ask them to sign the pledge at http://termlimits.com/pledge Help U.S. Term Limits fight to place TERM LIMITS on all members of Congress by donating at http://termlimits.com/donate. We will not stop until TERM LIMITS is enacted on ALL members of Congress, NOT JUST THE PRESIDENT!! To check on the status of the Term Limits movement in your state, go to http://termlimits.com/TakeAction

Congressional Pensions: YOU Pay the Bill! Sep 14, 2026

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In this podcast: -The show examines the Congressional defined-benefit pension, highlighting cases where former lawmakers receive substantial lifetime benefits despite controversial or relatively short careers in office. -USTL President Philip Blumel explains how lawmakers qualify for Social Security, the Thrift Savings Plan, and the separate defined-benefit pension that vests after five years of service. -The episode argues that the pension can reward political longevity and careerism, creating a financial incentive to remain in Congress. -Blumel explores how congressional term limits could dramatically reduce pension payouts by limiting House service to six years and Senate service to 12 years, with the show estimating that taxpayer pension costs would fall from roughly $38 million annually. -The show traces the history and constitutional path of the Term Limits movement, noting that a 1995 Supreme Court decision narrowly rejected state-imposed congressional term limits and that the current strategy relies on Article V amendment procedures. Stay up to date on the latest Term Limits news! Subscribe for free on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can shop for hats, t-shirts, bumper stickers, and more at http://termlimits.com/store Has your local state Representative or Senator committed themselves to defend Term Limits? See if they are listed, and if not, ask them to sign the pledge at http://termlimits.com/pledge Help U.S. Term Limits fight to place TERM LIMITS on all members of Congress by donating at http://termlimits.com/donate. We will not stop until TERM LIMITS is enacted on ALL members of Congress, NOT JUST THE PRESIDENT!! To check on the status of the Term Limits movement in your state, go to http://termlimits.com/TakeAction

The $40 Trillion Price of Staying in Power Aug 24, 2026

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In this podcast: -America’s national debt reaches $40 trillion, highlighting decades of spending supported by politicians from both parties. -The show argues that Congress is not necessarily dysfunctional from politicians’ perspective: a system that rewards incumbents and reelection can be working exactly as intended. -Congressional term limits are presented as a way to change the incentives that encourage politicians to prioritize reelection, special interests, and continued spending. -Evidence from states suggests that term limits are associated with slower growth in government revenues and expenditures, while lobbying becomes less effective. -The episode highlights several 2026 elections and political developments involving term limits, including Ralph Norman’s Senate runoff and President Trump’s renewed expression of support for congressional term limits. Stay up to date on the latest Term Limits news! Subscribe for free on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can shop for hats, t-shirts, bumper stickers, and more at http://termlimits.com/store Has your local state Representative or Senator committed themselves to defend Term Limits? See if they are listed, and if not, ask them to sign the pledge at http://termlimits.com/pledge Help U.S. Term Limits fight to place TERM LIMITS on all members of Congress by donating at http://termlimits.com/donate. We will not stop until TERM LIMITS is enacted on ALL members of Congress, NOT JUST THE PRESIDENT!! To check on the status of the Term Limits movement in your state, go to http://termlimits.com/TakeAction

Term Limits: A Player in the Primaries Aug 10, 2026

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In this podcast: -Term limits emerge as a significant issue in 2026 primary races, including the defeat of Rep. Andy Ogles after his controversial push to allow a president to seek a third term. -Support for term limits expands sharply, with 705 congressional candidates and incumbents signing the congressional pledge— roughly double the 2024 figure. -Senate candidate Seth Moulton and congressional challenger Luke Bronin make term limits central to arguments for political renewal against longtime incumbents Ed Markey and John Larson. -A Democratic PAC pushes term limits for congressional committee chairs, arguing that seniority can allow aging lawmakers to retain powerful positions even when questions arise about their effectiveness. -The episode highlights growing momentum for an Article V convention resolution, with state legislative candidates and incumbents signing a pledge to support it, while urging voters to track and pressure their state legislators. Stay up to date on the latest Term Limits news! Subscribe for free on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can shop for hats, t-shirts, bumper stickers, and more at http://termlimits.com/store Has your local state Representative or Senator committed themselves to defend Term Limits? See if they are listed, and if not, ask them to sign the pledge at http://termlimits.com/pledge Help U.S. Term Limits fight to place TERM LIMITS on all members of Congress by donating at http://termlimits.com/donate. We will not stop until TERM LIMITS is enacted on ALL members of Congress, NOT JUST THE PRESIDENT!! To check on the status of the Term Limits movement in your state, go to http://termlimits.com/TakeAction

Congress is Heaven's Waiting Room Jul 19, 2026

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In this podcast: -USTL President Philip Blumel argues that the advanced age of many members of Congress reflects a broader problem of entrenched incumbency rather than simply longevity, and presents term limits as the solution. -The show examines recent deaths, health concerns, and public examples of cognitive and physical decline among members of Congress while comparing the age profile of Congress with other Western democracies. -This podcast features an extended segment from Jon Stewart's The Daily Show, where Stewart uses humor and satire to criticize Congress's age profile and argues that the political system rewards incumbency over performance. -The show concludes by encouraging citizen engagement, using a California local term limits referendum as an example of how informed voters defeat efforts to weaken existing limits, and urges listeners to support the broader term limits movement. Stay up to date on the latest Term Limits news! Subscribe for free on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can shop for hats, t-shirts, bumper stickers, and more at http://termlimits.com/store Has your local state Representative or Senator committed themselves to defend Term Limits? See if they are listed, and if not, ask them to sign the pledge at http://termlimits.com/pledge Help U.S. Term Limits fight to place TERM LIMITS on all members of Congress by donating at http://termlimits.com/donate. We will not stop until TERM LIMITS is enacted on ALL members of Congress, NOT JUST THE PRESIDENT!! To check on the status of the Term Limits movement in your state, go to http://termlimits.com/TakeAction

It's Unanimous! N. Dakota High Court Upholds TERM LIMITS! Jun 28, 2026

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In this podcast: -North Dakota’s Supreme Court unanimously blocks lawmakers from placing a constitutional amendment on the ballot that would repeal voter-approved legislative term limits, ruling the legislature acted outside its constitutional authority. -A major public opinion poll reveals widespread frustration with Congress, with 68% of voters saying they would immediately replace the entire institution and a majority believing randomly selected citizens could perform better. -Writer and producer Taylor Sheridan publicly advocates for congressional term limits during a widely viewed appearance on Joe Rogan’s podcast, arguing elected officials focus too heavily on reelection instead of long-term governance. -Former Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick returns to the campaign trail despite federal convictions tied to fraud, reigniting criticism over ethics failures and the difficulty of removing entrenched political figures. -The broader national movement for congressional term limits continues gaining momentum as advocates push state legislatures to advance convention resolutions aimed at imposing limits on federal officeholders. Stay up to date on the latest Term Limits news! Subscribe for free on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can shop for hats, t-shirts, bumper stickers, and more at http://termlimits.com/store Has your local state Representative or Senator committed themselves to defend Term Limits? See if they are listed, and if not, ask them to sign the pledge at http://termlimits.com/pledge Help U.S. Term Limits fight to place TERM LIMITS on all members of Congress by donating at http://termlimits.com/donate. We will not stop until TERM LIMITS is enacted on ALL members of Congress, NOT JUST THE PRESIDENT!! To check on the status of the Term Limits movement in your state, go to http://termlimits.com/TakeAction

Term Limits Deja Vu in Louisiana Jun 15, 2026

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In this podcast: -The show examines Louisiana’s proposal to replace consecutive gubernatorial term limits with lifetime limits, arguing that the change would prevent former governors from returning to office after sitting out a term. -USTL President Philip Blumel discusses bipartisan public support for congressional term limits while highlighting recent public scrutiny of aging elected officials and whether lengthy tenures affect effective governance. -Blumel suggests that entrenched incumbency and seniority systems concentrate power among long-serving lawmakers, limiting competition and discouraging new candidates from entering public service. -The episode criticizes efforts in Nebraska and the Democratic Republic of the Congo to extend or weaken existing term-limit rules, portraying such initiatives as benefiting incumbent officeholders rather than voters. -The podcast concludes by encouraging listeners to support term-limit initiatives, monitor legislative activity in their states, and participate in advocacy efforts aimed at increasing political turnover. Stay up to date on the latest Term Limits news! Subscribe for free on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can shop for hats, t-shirts, bumper stickers, and more at http://termlimits.com/store Has your local state Representative or Senator committed themselves to defend Term Limits? See if they are listed, and if not, ask them to sign the pledge at http://termlimits.com/pledge Help U.S. Term Limits fight to place TERM LIMITS on all members of Congress by donating at http://termlimits.com/donate. We will not stop until TERM LIMITS is enacted on ALL members of Congress, NOT JUST THE PRESIDENT!! To check on the status of the Term Limits movement in your state, go to http://termlimits.com/TakeAction

Primary Shakeup Can’t Stop The Term Limits Train May 25, 2026

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In this podcast: -The show examines how recent GOP primary upsets affect the congressional term limits movement and argues the movement actually gains momentum because the winning candidates also support term limits pledges. -Anthony Scaramucci appears in a featured clip comparing Congress to a terrible restaurant that never closes despite terrible public approval ratings. -The episode highlights growing pressure on Congress as 14 states now officially support an Article V convention focused on congressional term limits, with Arizona and Kansas joining in 2026. -Former New Mexico State Senator Saya Correa Hemphill joins the show to argue that congressional term limits restore trust, create accountability, and open opportunities for new leadership across party lines. -USTL President Philip Blumel warns listeners about a San Diego ballot measure that would weaken existing county term limits by extending them from eight years to twelve, accusing local politicians of trying to protect their own power. Stay up to date on the latest Term Limits news! Subscribe for free on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can shop for hats, t-shirts, bumper stickers, and more at http://termlimits.com/store Has your local state Representative or Senator committed themselves to defend Term Limits? See if they are listed, and if not, ask them to sign the pledge at http://termlimits.com/pledge Help U.S. Term Limits fight to place TERM LIMITS on all members of Congress by donating at http://termlimits.com/donate. We will not stop until TERM LIMITS is enacted on ALL members of Congress, NOT JUST THE PRESIDENT!! To check on the status of the Term Limits movement in your state, go to http://termlimits.com/TakeAction

Explosive Term Limits Panel Rocks Philadelphia May 10, 2026

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In this podcast: -Former Congressman David Trone and Democratic lawmakers argue that Congress is broken by career politicians, seniority, and nonstop fundraising. -Panelists say term limits would bring fresh voices, more accountability, and less influence from lobbyists and entrenched incumbents. -Pennsylvania Democrats push an Article V convention strategy, claiming Congress will panic and act once enough states demand term limits. -Lawmakers connect term limits to bigger reforms including campaign finance laws, open primaries, immigration policy, education reform, and restoring trust in democracy. -Speakers urge citizens to pressure legislators directly, warning that public frustration with government is reaching a breaking point and demanding action now. Stay up to date on the latest Term Limits news! Subscribe for free on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts. You can shop for hats, t-shirts, bumper stickers, and more at http://termlimits.com/store Has your local state Representative or Senator committed themselves to defend Term Limits? See if they are listed, and if not, ask them to sign the pledge at http://termlimits.com/pledge Help U.S. Term Limits fight to place TERM LIMITS on all members of Congress by donating at http://termlimits.com/donate. We will not stop until TERM LIMITS is enacted on ALL members of Congress, NOT JUST THE PRESIDENT!! To check on the status of the Term Limits movement in your state, go to http://termlimits.com/TakeAction

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