This makes it difficult for competitors to introduce a competing product, and thus protects incumbents. (fortune.com)
The PAC, first reported here, was formed with the possible duel purpose of protecting the incumbent lawmakers and even recruiting new members to the fold. (nystateofpolitics.com)
The Democrats worst nightmare would be a «REAL NON PARTISAN PLAN» that would not protect any incumbent or take seniority into consideration. (nystateofpolitics.com)