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Campaign Finance

Public Financing

Definition

Government funding provided to qualified presidential candidates who agree to spending limits. Funded by the $3 checkoff on federal tax returns.

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Common Questions

What is a public financing?
Government funding provided to qualified presidential candidates who agree to spending limits. Funded by the $3 checkoff on federal tax returns.
What terms are related to public financing?
Related terms include: FEC, Contribution Limit. Understanding these related concepts helps provide context for public financing.