No Uncertain Terms is the bi-weekly podcast of U.S. Term Limits, a non-partisan, non-profit organization with the primary goal of imposing term limits on all elected officials, particularly the U.S. Congress. Hosted by U.S. Term Limits President Philip Blumel. Produced by Ken Decter for U.S. Term Limits
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In this podcast:-America’s national debt reaches $40 trillion, highlighting decades of spending supported by politicians from both parties.-The show argues that Congress is not necessarily dysfunctional from politicians’ perspective: a system that rewards incumbents and reelection can be working exactly as intended.-Congressional term limits are presented as a way to change the incentives that encourage politicians to prioritize reelection, special interests, and continued spending.-Evidence from states suggests that term limits are associated with slower growth in government revenues and expe
In this podcast:-Term limits emerge as a significant issue in 2026 primary races, including the defeat of Rep. Andy Ogles after his controversial push to allow a president to seek a third term.-Support for term limits expands sharply, with 705 congressional candidates and incumbents signing the congressional pledge— roughly double the 2024 figure.-Senate candidate Seth Moulton and congressional challenger Luke Bronin make term limits central to arguments for political renewal against longtime incumbents Ed Markey and John Larson.-A Democratic PAC pushes term limits for congressional committee
In this podcast:-USTL President Philip Blumel argues that the advanced age of many members of Congress reflects a broader problem of entrenched incumbency rather than simply longevity, and presents term limits as the solution.-The show examines recent deaths, health concerns, and public examples of cognitive and physical decline among members of Congress while comparing the age profile of Congress with other Western democracies.-This podcast features an extended segment from Jon Stewart's The Daily Show, where Stewart uses humor and satire to criticize Congress's age profile and argues that th
In this podcast:-North Dakota’s Supreme Court unanimously blocks lawmakers from placing a constitutional amendment on the ballot that would repeal voter-approved legislative term limits, ruling the legislature acted outside its constitutional authority.-A major public opinion poll reveals widespread frustration with Congress, with 68% of voters saying they would immediately replace the entire institution and a majority believing randomly selected citizens could perform better.-Writer and producer Taylor Sheridan publicly advocates for congressional term limits during a widely viewed appearance
In this podcast:-The show examines Louisiana’s proposal to replace consecutive gubernatorial term limits with lifetime limits, arguing that the change would prevent former governors from returning to office after sitting out a term.-USTL President Philip Blumel discusses bipartisan public support for congressional term limits while highlighting recent public scrutiny of aging elected officials and whether lengthy tenures affect effective governance.-Blumel suggests that entrenched incumbency and seniority systems concentrate power among long-serving lawmakers, limiting competition and discoura
In this podcast:-The show examines how recent GOP primary upsets affect the congressional term limits movement and argues the movement actually gains momentum because the winning candidates also support term limits pledges.-Anthony Scaramucci appears in a featured clip comparing Congress to a terrible restaurant that never closes despite terrible public approval ratings.-The episode highlights growing pressure on Congress as 14 states now officially support an Article V convention focused on congressional term limits, with Arizona and Kansas joining in 2026.-Former New Mexico State Senator Say
In this podcast:-Former Congressman David Trone and Democratic lawmakers argue that Congress is broken by career politicians, seniority, and nonstop fundraising.-Panelists say term limits would bring fresh voices, more accountability, and less influence from lobbyists and entrenched incumbents.-Pennsylvania Democrats push an Article V convention strategy, claiming Congress will panic and act once enough states demand term limits.-Lawmakers connect term limits to bigger reforms including campaign finance laws, open primaries, immigration policy, education reform, and restoring trust in democrac
In this 15 minute podcast:-Arizona passes a term limits convention resolution, becoming the 14th state pushing for a constitutional amendment and intensifying pressure on Congress.-Public frustration with Congress surges as approval ratings hover near historic lows, while bipartisan support for term limits remains overwhelming.-Congressman Eric Swalwell resigns amid new misconduct allegations, spotlighting accusations of corruption and conflicts of interest tied to opposing term limits.-Representative Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick also resigns ahead of an ethics hearing, while longtime Congressma
In this 20 minute podcast:-A Florida congresswoman faces 25 misconduct charges and a federal indictment, fueling calls for her resignation and possible expulsion from Congress.-The term limits movement highlights her broken campaign pledge as evidence of why accountability reforms are urgently needed.-Momentum builds nationwide as multiple states consider an Article V convention, with Kansas becoming the 13th to join the push.-Lawmakers and advocates argue that seniority-based power in Congress stifles new ideas and rewards career politicians over merit.-Research and financial data debunk the
In this 15 minute podcast:-Kansas officially becomes the 13th state to pass the Term Limits Convention application, moving the nation closer to the 34 states required under Article V.-Momentum builds as Arizona and Georgia advance similar resolutions, while New Hampshire scores its first committee victory and prepares for a key floor vote.-The U.S. Term Limits pledge program gains traction, with nearly 25% of all state legislators nationwide signing a commitment to support the convention effort.-In Ohio, lawmakers hold hearings on a convention resolution as supporters argue that career politic
In this 25 minute podcast:-The show celebrates Term Limits Day, marking the anniversary of the 22nd Amendment, as momentum for congressional term limits accelerates nationwide.-USTL President Philip Blumel reports that 12 states have already applied for a term-limits convention, with 12 more actively considering it in 2026.-U.S. Term Limits urges citizens to visibly support term limits this Friday the 27th through social media, petitions, signs, and public demonstrations.-The podcast honors the late Ed Crane, highlighting his pivotal role in shaping the intellectual and grassroots foundation o
In this 15 minute podcast:-Arizona and Kansas pass congressional term limits convention resolutions on the same day, signaling major momentum for the movement.-Georgia, Utah, and New Hampshire emerge as strong contenders to become the crucial 13th state needed to advance an Article V convention.-Utah’s Senate committee votes unanimously, showcasing rare tri-partisan support for term limits.-A constitutional debate highlights how Article V empowers states to act when Congress refuses to reform itself.-New research on dishonesty in government reinforces the case for term limits as a safeguard ag
In this 15 minute podcast:-The term limits movement kicks off 2026 with 12 states officially applying for an Article V Convention and targets Georgia, Kentucky, New Hampshire, Arizona, and Idaho as the next potential wins.-Activists mobilize early in state legislatures, urging listeners to pressure lawmakers as convention resolutions advance.-The episode dives into the history of the Uniform Law Commission to show how state conventions actually work— and why fears of a “runaway convention” don’t match reality.-A public service segment dismantles claims that Justice Antonin Scalia opposed Artic
In this 20 minute podcast:-The show breaks down renewed claims that Donald Trump could serve a third term, despite the clear language of the 22nd Amendment.-Alan Dershowitz advances controversial legal theories arguing that a president could be “selected,” not elected, and still return to office.-The episode compares U.S. institutions to foreign cases where leaders manipulate courts and legal technicalities to cling to power— and explains why America is different.-The discussion widens to term limits and age limits in Congress, highlighting growing bipartisan frustration and new momentum for a
In this 20 minute podcast:-The show reports that President Trump pardons former Honduran president Juan Orlando Hernández, a convicted drug trafficker who previously dismantled his nation’s constitutional term limits.-It recounts Hernández’s authoritarian takeover, including packing the Honduran Supreme Court, overturning the ban on consecutive presidential terms, and securing a disputed re-election marred by violence and international condemnation.-The episode highlights the broader global trend of leaders fighting term limits, comparing Honduras to countries like Russia, China, and Venezuela
In this 20 minute podcast:-The show exposes the federal indictment of Florida Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, tying her alleged COVID-fund embezzlement to her broken promise on the U.S. Term Limits pledge.-Host Philip Blumel recounts longstanding corruption in her district, comparing her case to former Rep. Alcee Hastings’ historic impeachment and decades-long incumbency.-Ron DeSantis and David Trone take the national spotlight on CNN and Fox News, pushing for an Article V convention to impose congressional term limits without Congress’s approval.-Letters to the editor, state-level actions, a
In this 20 minute podcast:-President Trump confirms he won’t seek a third term, ending months of speculation and online chaos.-U.S. Term Limits CEO Nick Tomboulides joins Scripps News to push for a three-term House and two-term Senate limit.-Governor Ron DeSantis and former Rep. David Trone team up across party lines to champion a Term Limits Convention.-Stories of aging, entrenched incumbents—from Eleanor Holmes Norton to Nancy Pelosi highlight the urgent need for reform.-With 12 states already on board, the movement eyes Pennsylvania as the next key battleground for a Term Limits Convention.
In this 20 minute podcast:-USTL President Philip Blumel announces that the term limits movement is entering “overdrive” after Ron DeSantis and David Trone co-author a New York Times op-ed calling for congressional term limits. The bipartisan duo launches a national campaign as co-chairs of the U.S. Term Limits Article V initiative, aiming to pressure state legislatures to act.-Activist Bert Accomando, founder of Term Limits for a Stronger America, shares his story and strategy to mobilize citizens through both “inside” and “outside” grassroots efforts.-The episode highlights massive public sup
In this 15 minute podcast:-USTL President Philip Blumel returns from the U.S. Term Limits Summit in New Orleans energized by major progress and momentum.-The movement now has 12 states on board, with several more likely to join soon, including Utah, Georgia, and Ohio.-The State Chairs Program expands to 28 leaders in 25 states, generating massive earned media and legislative support.-A major national announcement, new branding, and an upgraded website are on the horizon to boost visibility and organization.-The episode ends with updates on billboard campaigns pressuring unfulfilled pledge sign
In this 20 minute podcast: -The episode opens by noting Charlie Kirk’s murder and reviews his and Turning Point USA’s strong support for congressional term limits. -Andrew Yang continues to champion term limits as a nonpartisan reform to modernize government leadership. -Rep. Ralph Norman leaves Congress to run for governor of Georgia but remains a leading term-limits advocate. -The show highlights broken pledges by politicians like Guy Reschenthaler, sparking frustration and public accountability campaigns. -Updates include Trump joking about a third term, the Muskogee Creek Nation considerin
In this 20 minute podcast: -The show explores the growing momentum for an Article V convention on congressional term limits, with 12 states already on board. -Host Philip Blumel addresses fears about a “runaway convention,” detailing the many safeguards, including faithful delegate laws and state ratification. -Entrepreneur Brian Hamilton’s op-ed compares entrenched politicians to “political vampires” draining America and calls term limits the solution. -This episode contrasts Congress’s unchecked amendment proposals with the controlled and historical success of state conventions. -US Term Lim
In this 15 minute podcast: -Ohio Takes Center Stage in the Battle for Congressional Term Limits as lawmakers introduce resolutions to join 12 other states pushing for an Article V convention on congressional term limits. -Former Ohio legislator Kevin Coughlin testifies passionately, arguing that term limits strengthen democracy and speed up problem-solving. -Bipartisan voices, from Gov. Andy Beshear to Rep. Thomas Massie, highlight both support for reform and the tricks politicians use to dodge accountability. -Journalist John Fund outlines how term limits are gaining momentum nationwide despi
In this 15 minute podcast: -Host Philip Blumel highlights polling showing 79% of Democrats support term limits, countering the misconception that it is a Republican-only cause. -Prominent Democrats, including Barack Obama, Lori Lightfoot, and Andrew Yang, voice strong support for term limits across various offices. -Illinois’ lack of term limits is tied to a long history of corruption, entrenched political machines, and weak oversight systems. -Twelve states have passed resolutions calling for an Article V convention to propose congressional term limits, with momentum building nationally. -The
In this 15 minute podcast: -North Dakota lawmakers attempt to override a 2022 voter-approved term limits amendment, despite clear constitutional restrictions. -Missouri’s Secretary of State pledges honest ballot language to protect existing term limits from misleading repeal efforts. -Former NFL kicker Jay Feely signs the U.S. Term Limits pledge as he runs for Congress, denouncing long-term incumbents. -Governor Ron DeSantis urges Elon Musk to support an Article V convention for term limits and a balanced budget, rather than creating a new party. -Pennsylvania Representative Dan Meuser is publ
In this 15 minute podcast: -Pennsylvania lawmakers push to designate April 29 as "22nd Amendment Day" to honor presidential term limits, led by Rep. Ben Waxman. -Rep. Andy Ogles introduces a resolution to repeal the 22nd Amendment for a potential Trump third term, but it gains no traction. -A resolution for a congressional term limits convention (HCR 111) advances in the Pennsylvania House with bipartisan support. -High-profile endorsements for congressional term limits come from figures like former Governor Ed Rendell, Senator Pat Toomey, and Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick. -The podcast urges Pennsyl
