Ask The Experts: The Most Overlooked Factor In 2020's Elections

The video discusses the differences in election dynamics between the USSR and the US, focusing on the concept of super incumbency in the US Congress. It highlights the high rate of retirements compared to electoral defeats, particularly among Republicans, and examines the political implications of these trends. The video also predicts challenges for Republicans in the 2020 elections due to increased retirements and the need to defend seats.

What is the term used to describe the phenomenon where incumbents rarely lose elections in the U.S. Congress?

• Super incumbency

• Electoral dominance

• Political monopoly

• Congressional supremacy

In the context of congressional retirements, which party has historically seen higher retirement rates?

• Independents

• Republicans

• Green Party

• Democrats

What was the ratio of retirements to electoral defeats in the House of Representatives in 2018?

• 2:1

• 1:1

• 3:1

• 4:1

How does a congressional retirement typically affect the vote percentage for the retiring member's party?

• Increases by 10%

• Remains the same

• Decreases by 5-6%

• Increases by 5-6%

What financial impact do retirements have on the party losing the incumbent?

• They spend more on defense

• They reduce campaign spending

• They save money on campaigns

• They receive more donations