[walterwhite]

Originally Posted by Demarcus ware I guess im just tired of seeing career politicians. I admit im sure most of them come in and honestly wanting to do whats best for our country, but somewhere along the way that desire gets lost. Another reason I would love to see term limits.
Along this line of thought, why do "elected officials" who should be considered public servants become entitled to a pension for holding office? I can understand stipends and expense accounts, but a lifetime pension for being elected?