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Iraq war shaping as central election issue in 2004 race
The Iraq conflict dominates campaign discourse as both Bush and Kerry struggle to shape their messages. Images of prisoner abuse and violence influence voters, with Bush pushing Rumsfeld over concerns while Kerry calls for resignation. Polls show war fatigue but no clear advantage for Kerry. Undecided voters tend to pick a side as the election nears.
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Pew Research Center