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Old 01-30-2013, 11:31 PM   #433 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by jamesqf View Post
Just for an example, say a plant manager could make changes that would save $100K/year in energy costs (at current prices), but the cost of the changes would be $500K this year. If he expects to move to another job in a few years, it's to his benefit not to make the changes, as that keeps his quarterly numbers high, even though it's worse for the company's long-term profits.
Your example is exactly why 4yr term limits on the U.S. presidency causes long-term harm. The POTUS (President of the United States) has no incentive to make the country better off in the long term, and every incentive to sell the future for a quick/temporary gain. The National Debt comes to mind...
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