Aside from Cuomo's war chest and the general power of incumbency, the Democratic governor is running for a third term in a Democratic state. (nystateofpolitics.com)
This effectively allows state legislators to use their offices to promote their image and build greater name recognition, enhancing the already - significant power of incumbency and giving them an additional leg up over their opponents who would have to rely on campaign funds to communicate with voters. (gothamgazette.com)
«You see that in New York and you don't see it at the state level because you have the highest campaign contribution limits of any state that has limits in the country, coupled with a rigged system of redistricting and the normal powers of incumbency.» (gothamgazette.com)