Term limits: another way to kill off the government

[Progressive Jones]

16. Another downside to term limits -- laziness and corruption.

Absolutely no motivation to do good for the people of the United States.

Let's say I'm a "get rich quick/easy money/scammy" kind of guy looking for a meal ticket.
I run for office. Let's say I'm elected to the House, and there is a 2 term limit.
What's to stop me from not doing a damned thing for 2 years,
and simply taking the paycheck and the benefits? I could also
go on a bribe taking binge for that entire term. Plus, I get a big pension !

But wait, there's more!

Let's say I'm from a "safe" district for my party. I didn't do shit for
the people of my district (except those bringing the bribes), but I have a great chance
for re-election because of that political safety.

I win re-election !!!

Now I can continue not doing a damned thing for another 2 years, and simply collect the paycheck and benefits, again !!!
Throw in some more bribery and I leave Congress, after 4 short years, a very wealthy and well connected man. With a big pension !!!

Now, onto my lobbyist career...