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Democrat from Wisconsin
Mark Pocan of Madison is a Democratic member of the Wisconsin state Assembly.
Recent statements involving Mark Pocan
Says salaries and benefits for Wisconsin state employee comprised 8.5 percent of the 2009-2011 state budget.
Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker’s estimate of a $3.6 billion state budget deficit is "manufactured" and a "bogus figure."
Recent stories featuring Mark Pocan
Fact-checking the Wisconsin budget battle:
The Wisconsin budget controversy has generated sharp rhetorical clashes over ideology, budget priorities and tactics -- and the largest sustained protests in Madison since the Vietnam War,
The main event: An argument over collective bargaining rights and compensation for state and local government employees that has spurred national interest.
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