In the 2008 election cycle, David Obey has received more money from PACs than Individuals ($531,428 v. $375,643). Obey has received more than four times as much money from Out-Of-State donors than In-State donors ($266,729 v. $41,457) and received more in contributions from Lawyers & Lobbyists this year than any other economic sector. Obey has received twice as much money from Business PACs than Labor PACs in the 2008 election cycle. Of the 10 member Wisconsin delegation, Obey ranked third in the amount of earmarked dollars he secured.
Summary of federal dollars spent in Obey's district and the State of Wisconsin from FedSpending.org.