If the race for congressional seats were more competitive
A) candidates would likely become more extreme in their positions.
B) the gerrymandering of district lines would be increased.
C) extreme partisanship would be reduced because winning candidates would need to find a broader appeal to voters outside their party.
D) higher turnover would increase the number of experienced members in the U.S. House of Representatives.
E) incumbents would be able to spend less on campaign ads.

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When there is more competition for congressional seats, candidates who are too extreme in their positions may have a harder time winning over voters outside of their base. This could lead candidates to shift to more moderate positions in order to appeal to a wider range of voters. As a result, extreme partisanship would be reduced.

If the Race for Congressional Seats Were More Competitive