He was following the lead of all other southern cities of the time period.
<span>There are many valid reasons for this, but a need for and preventing corruption/dictatorship seem the best reason for me. </span><span>It's a lot of power for one person, and in 8 years, a lot of good (but also a lot of damage) can be done. 8 years is enough for a good president to leave his mark on our country. Going beyond that point, especially with lifetime appointments like Article III judges, potentially lets a president perpetuate his power for a generation</span>
It makes products cheaper for consumers to buy.
