nonincumbents

For nonincumbents, signing the pledge became a prerequisite for running for Congress and, in many places, state office as well.

Winner-Take-All Politics Jacob S. Hacker 2010

For nonincumbents, signing the pledge became a prerequisite for running for Congress and, in many places, state office as well.

Winner-Take-All Politics Jacob S. Hacker 2010

We knew the president and his party would both be unpopular, so we cautioned candidates—incumbents and nonincumbents alike—to avoid attacking either one: if they did, the tactic would backfire by validating Democratic efforts to say the election was about Bush and the GOP.

COURAGE AND CONSEQUENCE KARL ROVE 2010

For nonincumbents, signing the pledge became a prerequisite for running for Congress and, in many places, state office as well.

Winner-Take-All Politics Jacob S. Hacker 2010

For nonincumbents, signing the pledge became a prerequisite for running for Congress and, in many places, state office as well.

Winner-Take-All Politics Jacob S. Hacker 2010

We knew the president and his party would both be unpopular, so we cautioned candidates—incumbents and nonincumbents alike—to avoid attacking either one: if they did, the tactic would backfire by validating Democratic efforts to say the election was about Bush and the GOP.

COURAGE AND CONSEQUENCE KARL ROVE 2010

All three of the candidates stand out dramatically in relation to their party, especially as nonincumbents.

What a Long, Strange Race It's Been James W. Ceaser 2008

"This election is remarkably fluid with two nonincumbents running," says pollster Scott Rasmussen.

No, McCain Isn't 'Doomed' 2008

Politicians, especially nonincumbents, like to stoke the fear of economic Armageddon while positioning themselves as saviors.

It's OK to Splurge This Season -- A Little 2008

The contrast between the current candidates and the other nonincumbents of the Reagan era could hardly be greater.

What a Long, Strange Race It's Been James W. Ceaser 2008