Among deployed troops, Obama outraises McCain by a factor of six

Barack Obama has attracted nearly six times as much money as John McCain from military personnel deployed overseas, according to a study released this morning by the Center for Responsive Politics. Obama has received contributions from 134 soldiers serving on foreign soil so far this election cycle, for a total of $60,642. McCain received support from just 24 such donors, bringing in $10,665.

When all military personnel are taken into account — whether stationed abroad or at home — Obama’s fundraising lead narrows. The Democratic candidate has received donations from 859 soldiers since the beginning of 2007, raising $335,536. McCain has brought in $280,513 from 558 such donors.

Trailing just behind McCain? Anti-war Republican Ron Paul, who has raised $232,411 from 537 military personnel.