The more money the princes of Congress spend, The more powerful they become, and The longer they want to stay. Term limits, even if voluntary, will help assure a Congress that represents the citizens. Ralph Nader has pointed out a number of benefits members of Congress get that would make them the envy of most working Americans. House Members may use taxpayer-paid frequent flier miles for personal use Free parking at National and Dulles airports, and at the Capitol Use of Office Expense Account for purchase of bottled water or spring water for Congressional offices to avoid tap water Free firewood for Senate offices Members currently pay for their transportation to and from their district with funds from their Members' Representational Allowance. But, that is not all.
Congressional leaders earn even more.