The 2004 Delaware Democratic presidential primary was held on February 3, 2004 as part of the

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. Frontrunner John Kerry easily won the

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Joe Lieberman came second. As the primary approached Joe Lieberman said that victory in the Delaware primary was required in order for his campaign to continue. He had visited the state four times and got the endorsement of Democratic senator

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. After his defeat in the primary Lieberman withdrew from the race for the nomination.Alt URL
/ref> Exit polls showed that over half of voters who took part in the primary said they were 'angry' with the administration of George W. Bush and over 80% said they opposed the decision to go to war with Iraq.

Polling

Source
Delaware - 2004 Presidential Polls

Results

Source
2004 Presidential Democratic Primary Election Results - Delaware

References

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