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Grass Roots Campaigning

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Congressman David R. Obey (right) hits the pavement in Marathon with aide Tom Springer. Hack's Diner, run by Alfred Hack, was a popular local hangout.

Date Created:
1992
Creator:
Obey, David R.

Publication Information

Creator
Obey, David R.
Date Created
1992

Physical Description

Format
Image
Extent
1 photograph
Dimensions
35mm

Collection Information

Copyright Information

Copyright Status
COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W012CK3
Legacy ID
WHi 92250

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Congressman David R. Obey of Wisconsin campaigning in a cafe on Highway 29. With Obey is State Representative, Tom Springer.

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Filming a campaign spot for Congressman David R. Obey (left), probably in the Wausau Family Practice Center. Health care and its associated costs were an important issue for Obey.

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Obey Replies to Reagan

Obey Replies to Reagan

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Congressman David R. Obey delivering the Democrat's reply to a Labor Day speech by President Ronald Reagan.

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Obey and Lilly

1976

Congressman David R. Obey in his congressional office with Legislative Aide Scott Lilly.

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David R. Obey posing with factory workers at Wausau Paper Mill in Brokaw, WI, during his first campaign for Congress.

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Two from Wausau

Two from Wausau

1970

Two Democratic candidates for office in Marathon County, both from Wausau: (left) Congressman David Obey and Anthony Earl.

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