Kerry Releases Names of Big Fund-Raisers

WASHINGTON - Following President Bush's lead, Democratic presidential hopeful John Kerry has released names of his biggest campaign fund-raisers.

Kerry's Web site has the names of about 110 people who raised more than $50,000 for his campaign.

Bush also releases the names of fund-raisers who have solicited at least $50,000. There were about 290 names on Bush's list as of Sept. 30, his latest update.

Kerry, a Massachusetts senator, is challenging others in the nine-member Democratic field to release the names of their biggest fund-raisers as well. In a written statement released Tuesday, Kerry said he hoped all the candidates "will show their commitment to transparency."

Bush and Kerry are both going beyond what the Federal Election Commission requires.

Under FEC rules, candidates must disclose names of anyone who donates more than $200. They do not have to give the names of those who help raise the money unless they're on the campaign payroll.

The Washington Post said, “Mr. Kerry's release of the names puts him in the forefront of meaningful disclosure".


Keep them coming John! We know you can Beat Bush!