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Incumbency Effect

Incumbency Effect. Incumbency Effect. The tendency of those already holding office to win reelection. The effect tends to be stronger for members of the House of Representatives and weaker for the Senate. Name Recognition.

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Incumbency Effect

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  1. Incumbency Effect

  2. Incumbency Effect • The tendency of those already holding office to win reelection. The effect tends to be stronger for members of the House of Representatives and weaker for the Senate.

  3. Name Recognition • Voters are more likely to recognize the officeholder than the Challenger.

  4. Credit Claiming • The officeholder may have brought government projects and money into the state or district.

  5. Casework • Officeholders may have helped constituents solve problems involving government and the bureaucracy.

  6. More Visible to Constituents • Members can use the “perks” of the office to communicate with constituents, Franking, the privilege of sending official mail using the incumbents signature as postage, provides communication with constituents.

  7. Media Exposure • Incumbents are more likely to gain “free” publicity during a campaign through the media.

  8. Fundraising Abilities • It is generally greater for incumbents

  9. Experience in Campaigning • Incumbents have already experienced the campaign process.

  10. Voting Record • Voters can evaluate their performance based on their record.

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