Incumbency Advantage

Definition

The incumbent advantage refers to the edge current officeholders have over challengers in elections, due to their existing platform, name recognition, and resources.

Related terms

Incumbent: An incumbent is an individual currently holding a particular position or office.

Reelection: Reelection refers to the process by which an official is elected again to their current position of power.

Campaign Finance: Campaign finance refers to all funds raised and spent in order to promote candidates, political parties or policies in elections.