Dan Quayle, Republican

Views on charity issues: Wants to make it easier for

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faith-based organizations to receive federal money to pay for social services. Says charitable tax deductions should always be available. Opposes using federal money for the AmeriCorps national-service program. Does not favor increasing the 5-per-cent minimum payout rate for private foundations as fund assets soar with the stock market.

In his own words: “Charities will be a cornerstone of the next American century. They have proven to be the most effective means of improving the lives of those yet to be touched by the American dream. The time and resources devoted by Americans across the land confirm the generosity of our spirit and our aspirations for a better America. Instead of reflexively turning to government and its bureaucrats to ameliorate suffering, we should empower private organizations and dedicated volunteers to offer their caring, support, and guidance directly.”

Charity affiliations: Supports U.S.A. Harvest, a charity in Louisville, Ky., that works with churches and other organizations to provide food to the poor.

Spouse’s non-profit interests: Marilyn Tucker Quayle serves on the board of the Salvation Army U.S.A.’s national office. Has also promoted international disaster-relief work and efforts to fight breast cancer.

Campaign Web site: http://www.quayle.org