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conclude that only a very few special persons — mainly the incumbents,— are capable of doing the work and that we must pay more to keep their services.
The founders of our country regarded political office as something any average or above-average citizen could and should do, an obligation performed once or twice in a lifetime, the remainder of which would be devoted to one’s chosen trade or profession. The concept had merit then — and still does. The more we see of “career” legislators, the more we appreciate the foresight and wisdom of the founders. Important? Yes! A career? No!
Is it difficult to find qualified applicants for the position of member of the United States Congress? No. volunteers abound. For the “hopeless” U.S. Senate race against former governor Charles H. Robb, four fine candidates appeared, devoting much time and energy competing for the Republican nomination.
Is there a high turnover? Again, the answer is a resounding, No! Once elected, rarely does any member withdraw, unless impelled by age, ambition for higher office, illness or serious scandal. If being a
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