US 2004 Presidential Election
United States presidential election held November 2004. George W. Bush defeated John Kerry during the Iraq War era.
US 2004 Presidential Election is one of the tracked elections shaping power in United States.
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At a Glance
The US 2004 Presidential Election took place in 2004 in United States. The election determined who would hold the office of President of the United States.
George W. Bush won the election with a margin of Bush won the popular vote by about 2.4 points. Voter turnout was reported at 60.1%, giving a sense of how many people took part in the contest. 2 candidates contested the election: George W. Bush and John Kerry.
Election Snapshot
- Status
- Recorded
- Election Year
- 2004
- Country
- United States
- Office Contested
- President of the United States
- Winner
- George W. Bush
- Turnout
- 60.1%
- Candidates
- 2
- Linked Offices
- 2
Result Overview
Quick Facts
- Won by George W. Bush
- Voter turnout: 60.1%
- Victory margin: Bush won the popular vote by about 2.4 points
- 2 candidates tracked
Details
- election year
- 2004
- office contested
- President of the United States
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Candidates
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Offices Contested
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President of the United States
Head of state and head of government of the United States. Elected to four-year terms via the Electoral College.
Vice President of the United States
Deputy executive office of the United States. Elected on a joint ticket with the president and first in the presidential line of succession.
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United States
Federal presidential constitutional republic in North America. Power is divided across the presidency, Congress, the states, and the federal courts. National politics is dominated by the Democratic and Republican parties, but third parties and independents still shape the broader system.
George W. Bush
43rd President of the United States from 2001 to 2009. Republican leader during the September 11 attacks, the Afghanistan War, and the Iraq War.
John Kerry
Former U.S. senator, Democratic nominee in the 2004 presidential election, and later secretary of state.
President of the United States
Head of state and head of government of the United States. Elected to four-year terms via the Electoral College.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who won the US 2004 Presidential Election?
- The US 2004 Presidential Election was won by George W. Bush. George W. Bush ran as the candidate of Republican Party. The winning margin was Bush won the popular vote by about 2.4 points.
- Who came second in the US 2004 Presidential Election?
- The runner-up in the US 2004 Presidential Election was John Kerry. The contest between George W. Bush and John Kerry defined the central dynamics of this election.
- What was the voter turnout for the US 2004 Presidential Election?
- Voter turnout for the US 2004 Presidential Election was 60.1%. Turnout levels reflect public engagement with the democratic process and can be influenced by factors such as voter registration requirements, election accessibility, the competitiveness of the race, and public trust in political institutions.
- When did the US 2004 Presidential Election take place?
- The US 2004 Presidential Election took place in 2004. Electoral timing in United States is governed by constitutional requirements and may be influenced by the political circumstances of the moment.
- What offices were contested in the US 2004 Presidential Election?
- The US 2004 Presidential Election determined who would hold the office of President of the United States. The powers and responsibilities of this office make the election significant for the country's governance and policy direction.
- Which country held the US 2004 Presidential Election?
- The US 2004 Presidential Election was held in United States. The country's electoral system, political culture, and institutional framework shaped how the election was conducted and what the results mean for governance.
- Who were the candidates in the US 2004 Presidential Election?
- 2 candidates participated in the US 2004 Presidential Election, including George W. Bush, John Kerry. The field of candidates reflects the political landscape and the range of options available to voters.
Connections
Candidates
George W. Bush
43rd President of the United States from 2001 to 2009. Republican leader during the September 11 attacks, the Afghanistan War, and the Iraq War.
John Kerry
Former U.S. senator, Democratic nominee in the 2004 presidential election, and later secretary of state.
Offices Contested
President of the United States
Head of state and head of government of the United States. Elected to four-year terms via the Electoral College.
Vice President of the United States
Deputy executive office of the United States. Elected on a joint ticket with the president and first in the presidential line of succession.
Trust & Coverage
- Page Type
- Election dashboard
- Last Updated
- March 21, 2026
- Sources
- Graph-backed
- Data Coverage
- Comprehensive(85/100)
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Federal presidential constitutional republic in North America. Power is divided across the presidency, Congress, the states, and the federal courts. National politics is dominated by the Democratic and Republican parties, but third parties and independents still shape the broader system.
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43rd President of the United States from 2001 to 2009. Republican leader during the September 11 attacks, the Afghanistan War, and the Iraq War.
John Kerry
Former U.S. senator, Democratic nominee in the 2004 presidential election, and later secretary of state.
President of the United States
Head of state and head of government of the United States. Elected to four-year terms via the Electoral College.
Vice President of the United States
Deputy executive office of the United States. Elected on a joint ticket with the president and first in the presidential line of succession.