Why do incumbents in Congress usually win?   A good essay w…

Why do incumbents in Congress usually win?   A good essay will include the following components. These are not the answers to the essay questions but rather guidelines to assist you in organizing the content to get full credit. Understanding the Incumbency Advantage (5 points): Do you explain the core concept of the incumbency advantage?  Describing the Contributing Factors (3 points): Do you explain how incumbents use various forms of representation to secure their reelection? Clarity and Conciseness (2 points): Is your essay well-organized and easy to follow? Does it stay within the specified word count? (Gen Ed Outcomes AI1, AI3, AI4, SS1, SS3)