David Bernstein talks about why the idiocy of Republicans shows the need for term limits.

I couldn't disagree more. I don't believe it's the function of government to protect people from their own willful stupidity.

Term limits are helmet laws for voters. You should not need a law that tells you're an adult, when riding around on a crotch rocket, it's probably a good idea to give your cranium some protection in case you suddenly find yourself skidding along the asphalt at escape velocity. However, if you do not wear a helmet, it's obvious what's inside your brain pan isn't much worth saving.

If people are happy (can potentially be read as: too stupid and uninformed not to be unhappy) with their elected legislative representatives, why shouldn't they be allowed to re-elect them to as many terms as they so choose? Uninformed voters get the government they deserve. I see no reason to compel the stupid voters to wear a helmet.

I dunno. Maybe I'm missing something. That's why I'm the shmoe in this equation.

Found via Instapundit.