
A little-noted October poll of more than 4,000 readers of Military Times shows overwhelming support for John McCain across the service branches, age groups, enlisted men and officers. Only in the category of race do poll numbers shift very dramatically, with black readers polling heavily in favor of Obama. (There is also a less significant but noticeable shift in support among women.) Here are some of the numbers (and here is the story, with links):
White/Non-Hispanic: 76% McCain, 17% Obama
Hispanic/Latino: 63% McCain, 27% Obama
Black: 12% McCain, 79% Obama
Age 18-34: 65% McCain, 27% Obama
Age 35 and above: 70% McCain, 21% Obama
Enlisted: 67% McCain, 24% Obama
Officers: 70% McCain, 22% Obama
Women: 53% McCain, 36% Obama