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2004 Presidential Campaign Contributions by Issue

Reported to FEC through July 5, 2004 

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2004 Presidential campaign contributions to George W. Bush (R) and John Kerry (D) by social issue or ideology:

Contributions reported to the Federal Election Commission (FEC) through July 5, 2004. Totals are based on contributions from PACs (Political Action Committees) and individuals giving $200 or more.

  Abortion: Pro Choice

Kerry: $87,848
Bush: $30,000

Abortion: Pro Life

Bush: $45,444
Kerry: $0

Envrionmental Protection

Kerry: $194,702
Bush: $36,000

Stronger Gun Control Laws

Bush: $0
Kerry: $0

Gun Owners' Rights

Bush: $1,250
Kerry: $0

Human Rights

Kerry: $57,900
Bush: $49,600

Gay/Lesbian Rights

Kerry: $2,450
Bush: $0

Pro Israel

Bush: $264,866
Kerry: $33,000

Women's Issues

Bush: $160,400
Kerry: $19,800

[Figures courtesy of Center for Responsive Politics]

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