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The U. S. Constitution establishes six-year terms for members of the Senate in order to:

A. Discourage senators from passing too many new taxes
B. Help senators focus on representing their own states’ interests
C. Prevent senators from being overly influenced by public opinion
D. Allow senators to serve on many different standing committees.

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The correct answer is C and D
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User Duarte Meneses
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The six year terms for senators are designed as a safeguard against senators being overly influenced by public opinions.

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