Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
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Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
This term describes situations where competent and effective leaders are compelled to leave their positions due to external pressures, such as term limits, public opinion, or political maneuvering.
Related terms
Term Limits: Term limits are restrictions placed on elected officials that limit the number of terms they can serve in office.
Recall Elections: Recall elections allow voters to remove elected officials from office before their term expires if they are dissatisfied with their performance.
Political Pressure Groups: Political pressure groups exert influence on decision-makers through lobbying efforts and public campaigns aimed at shaping policies or removing specific individuals from power.
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