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Briefing Book
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Congressman David R. Obey of Wisconsin crouches just outside of his car, reviewing the information in his briefing book during a congressional trip to Honduras. Watching are Congressman Steve Solarz (left), and Congressmann Matt McHugh (right).
1988
Obey, David R.
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Diplomatic Mission
1980
Wisconsin Congressman David R. Obey (center) studying briefing materials for a diplomatic visit to Pakistan.
Congressman David Obey and His Son Craig
1980
Congressman David Obey and his son Craig have a private talk, seated in a wooded area.
Obey and Lilly
1976
Congressman David R. Obey in his congressional office with Legislative Aide Scott Lilly.
Congressman and his Secretary
June 1970
Wisconsin Congressman David R. Obey and his secretary in his office in the United States Capitol.
Middle East Study Team
April 1985
Members of a special House Appropriations Committee mission to the Middle East at the airport in Jerusalem. The committee was headed by Congressman David R. Obey of Wisconsin, chair of the Foreign ...