Americans In Europe Open Wallets For Obama

Democrat Has Raised About 10 Times More Than McCain From U.S. Citizens Living In Western Europe Obama's Message To U.S. Barack Obama's Berlin speech was geared toward showing that he understands the threat of terrorism and will not tolerate it, say senior political correspondent Jeff Greenfield. | (AP) Barack Obama's campaign has received roughly 10 times more money from declared U.S. donors living in Germany, France and Britain than his Republican rival, reflecting his popularity in Europe as he makes his first tour of the continent as the presumed Democratic nominee. Federal Election Commission reports show Obama has raised at least $1 million from donors who identify themselves as Americans living in Great Britain, Germany and France, while John McCain has taken in at least $150,000. Some donors say the huge disparity,... [read full story]