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Mark William Pocan is an American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for Wisconsin's 2nd congressional district since January 3, 2013. A member of the Democratic Party, Pocan has focused on issues such as healthcare, poverty alleviation, and economic inequality throughout his tenure. He has been an outspoken critic of policies he views as detrimental to working families and has advocated for progressive reforms in various areas, including taxation and social services.
Mr. Speaker, I am here today on behalf of both the Progressive Caucus and the Equality Caucus, as we are here today to talk about June being national Pride Month--Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Pride Month--as we celebrate every…
Thank you, Representative Green, not only because you have been a veteran fighter for civil rights for everyone in this country, but I believe that is the first time that that resolution has been introduced in the body of Congress to…
Mr. Speaker, it is interesting that, when the gentleman talked about the historical aspect of why this month is so important, he mentioned the Stonewall riots. In fact, this Saturday--June 28--will mark the 45th anniversary of the…
Mr. Speaker, I again thank the gentleman from California (Mr. Lowenthal). You have been an outstanding advocate for every single one of your constituents, including the LGBT community, and I can't thank you enough for all of the work you…
As Representative Lowenthal mentioned, one of the things we need to get done yet is a bill called the Employment Non- Discrimination Act, or ENDA. In 29 States in this country, you can still be fired simply because of your sexual…
I thank Representative Cicilline. You are seen on so many issues as the point person in this Congress; specifically, making sure that we respect those who may be lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender in other countries. I think I heard a…
I have 59,000 people who would actually benefit from raising the minimum wage to $10.10.
It has actually been good for Oregon. I have about 43,000 constituents in my district who could actually benefit from raising the minimum wage to $10.10 an hour under the Fair Minimum Wage Act.
I don't see--I would be surprised if the NLRB went to the extent that you are talking about.
Mr. Chairman, I thank the ranking member and the chairman for including language supporting continued work on lithium ion battery research. However, in reviewing the underlying bill, I am concerned about the possible interpretation by the…
I have about 75,000 higher education students in my district, a very large number.
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