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"When it comes to ending business as usual in Washington, Gerrick Wilkins believes the solution is right in front of our eyes. Wilkins argues the time is now to limit how long members of the U.S. Congress can serve--to replace the corrupting culture of political careerism with fresh ideas and innovation and to create the kind of ""citizen legislature"" envisioned by the founders of our republic. Unshackling Democracy underscores this conviction and sheds new light on an issue that has been debated and deferred far too long. Using the power of storytelling and thoroughly researched history, Wilkins gives us a fresh look at the issue. It comes from a highly successful dealer and consultant in the automobile industry who sees professional politicians and elite policymakers who fail to grasp the perspectives of ordinary Americans who own businesses and constitute the workforce, wrestle with how to make paychecks stretch farther, and seek better lives for their children. Wilkins decided to make a congressional run when the elected official in his district reneged on his commitment not to seek re-election after five terms. Wilkins asserts that term limits would encourage greater involvement in the political process. He hopes this book will encourage citizens to retrieve the reins of power from the hands of career politicians and restore it to the American people--where it has always belonged."

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Unshackling Democracy presents a clear rationale for the necessity of congressional term limits, blending history and modern examples to vividly illustrate this crucial topic. It compellingly argues that such limits are essential to curb political careerism, ignite innovation, and revitalize the spirit of true public service. --ROD BLUM, FORMER CONGRESSMAN (R-IA) In Unshackling Democracy, Gerrick Wilkins makes a powerful case for why a three-term House limit and a two-term Senate limit would revitalize our republic and restore America's founding principles. This book bulldozes past the typical talking points in Washington, equipping readers with the knowledge they need to fight--and win--a victory for term limits. --HOWIE RICH, CO-FOUNDER, U.S. TERM LIMITS

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"Gerrick Wilkins chose to run for the U.S. Congress in direct opposition to the all-too-common malady of career politicians. After witnessing the pitfalls of prolonged political tenures and government intrusion, Wilkins is committed to a three-term limit and is on a mission to rekindle the founders' vision of citizen legislators. Driven by President Reagan's ethos of ""everyone can help someone,"" Wilkins is a stalwart advocate for America and actively involved in mission work, both locally and globally. His unwavering Christian faith, combined with the support of his family, has been his bedrock in the service of others, and a congressional run is an extension of that clarity of purpose. An accomplished entrepreneur with over two decades in the automotive industry, Wilkins' leadership has afforded him keen insights into the challenges and rewards of achieving the American dream. His extensive business acumen, coupled with a deep-seated belief in limited government, puts him squarely in position to articulate the urgency of moving away from career politicians. Wilkins graduated with a bachelor's degree from Liberty University and an MBA from Samford University, including concentrations in entrepreneurship and innovation. The Wilkins family, which includes Carol, Gerrick's wife of twenty-four years, and their daughter, Hanna, has made Alabama their home since 2006. X (Twitter): @GDWILKINS"

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