What would REALLY be revealing would be a breakdown of spending by public vs private sector workers. The dirty little secret long known by those in power is that public sector folks spend far more then private workers on discretionary items. During the last economic downturn Ak Sales had a record year and most of the new cars were purchased by federal and state employees, in the midst of a massive recession! Proof that these folks are untouchable regardless of what goes on in the real world. And why our economy is on a  far more precarious footing then most understand.  Privately Walker would tell you we CANT lay off significant numbers of state employees because they disproportionately drive the economy! And why they will go to almost any length to protect this class including numerous new taxes, cutting the PFD etc..All driven by the big biz guys that know who butters their bread.