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Did George Washington create the two term policy
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George Washington did not formally create the two-term policy, but he is credited with establishing the custom when he chose not to seek a third term as President of the United States. After serving two terms from 1789 to 1797, Washington believed that a leader should step down after a limited time to prevent the concentration of power and to encourage the rotation of leadership.
His decision set a precedent that was followed by subsequent presidents for over 150 years. It wasn't until the 22nd Amendment was ratified in 1951 that the two-term limit was formally established in the U.S. Constitution, limiting presidents to two elected terms.
His decision set a precedent that was followed by subsequent presidents for over 150 years. It wasn't until the 22nd Amendment was ratified in 1951 that the two-term limit was formally established in the U.S. Constitution, limiting presidents to two elected terms.