In my colleagues post "The power of time" he discusses the unlimited number of terms the Governor of Texas can stay in office and what effect this can have on the people. Compared to the President of the United States who may only be in office for two terms, then must step down, the Governor of Texas has the power to remain in office as long as possible with the exception of being impeached.
I do not believe that the power the Governor of Texas has could result in negative outcomes. After all, we are the ones who vote in the end, we have the final say. The Governor does not make any rash decisions that will upset the public because they know they need our support to remain in power. I see how the length of time in office such as Governor Perry's can prove success and invite favoritism, but change will happen eventually, whether it is trying to move up and become President, or an embarrassing fail in your campaign and eventually resigning.
I do not agree that there is any essential need for a change in the Governor of Texas's limit in office. I don't believe Governor Perry has, nor will he exceed and abuse his power as the Governor. The Governor is just a man looking for votes and support because in the end, that's what he relies on.
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