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Military Spending
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During his meetings with constituents Congressman David R. Obey of Wisconsin often used charts and graphs to make his points about public policy issues. Here he was talking about military spending to a Stevens Point audience.
1995
Obey, David R.
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Medicare Reform
1995
Wisconsin congressmen (left to right) Gerald Kleczka, David R. Obey, and Thomas Barrett listening to citizen opinions on Medicare reform at a forum.
Happy Birthday Medicare
July 29, 1995
At a celebration for the 30th anniversary of Medicare, Wisconsin Congressman David R. Obey and guests blow out the candles on a cake.
Building Dedication
April 1992
Congressman David R. Obey speaking at the podium at the dedication of the new Naval Reserve building. Three naval officers, a man in a suit, and three sailors are sitting or standing behind him. Tw...
Talking to the Public
1977
Congressman David R. Obey, with his back to the camera, chats with two of his constituents at the Clark County Fair.
Watching TV
April 1991
Man watching a program on a large television. In front of him is a TV tray. There is a VCR on top of the television. Although unidentified it is likely that it was taken in Stevens Point in April 1...
David Obey Greets Constituents
1970
Running hard for re-election after serving less than a full first term, Congressman David Obey introduces himself to constituents and their children.
