The Truth about the Two-Term Limit

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The two-term limit, the idea that the President of the United States may not seek a third term, has a long history. Originating from a decision made by George Washington, it quickly became an established political norm in America. Since then however it has transformed from a political expectation to a constitutionally mandated practice... but why? Our guest today is historian and Professor Jeremi Suri of the University of Texas at Austin, author works including ‘ Civil War By Other Means: America’s Long and Unfinished Fight for Democracy .’ Edited by Aidan Lonergan. Produced by Tom Delargy. Senior Producer is Freddy Chick. Sign up to History Hit for hundreds of hours of original…