2008 Presidential Election Home
Reference and Library Resources
The following sources provide background and/or current information about presidential candidates and campaign finance.
"Presidential Campaign Finance." Democracy in Action
Guide to understanding campaign finance within the context of the 2008 election.
The Campaign Finance Information Center
Intended for journalists, this site offers extensive and detailed information about campaign finance. Find information about federal elections, state and local elections, federal contracts, and other resource links.
The Campaign Legal Center
Non-partisan group that investigates campaign finance, ethics , and elections.
Center for Responsive Politics
Non-partisan research organization that follows money in politics and how it relates to public policy.
CQ MoneyLine
Includes news stories related to campaign finance, Political Action Committees, individual donors, and financial profiles of candidates.
IRS: Political Organization Filing and Disclosure
Search and view submitted forms by political organizations.
Federal Election Commission ( FEC)
Find information on candidate filings, donation limits, and financial report from the official government agency.
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