Mark Andrew Green

Mark Andrew Green (born June 1, 1960) is an American politician and a former United States Ambassador to Tanzania, a position he held from August 2007 until January 2009. He was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from 1999 to 2007, representing Wisconsin's 8th congressional district. His term ended in January 2007 when he did not seek re-election, opting to run for Governor. He currently serves as Senior Director at the U.S. Global Leadership Coalition, and sits on the Board of Directors of the Millennium Challenge Corporation.

Read more about Mark Andrew Green:  Early Life, Education, and Career, Family, U.S. House, 2006 Campaign For Governor, US Ambassador To Tanzania, Role in African Affairs, Malaria No More, U.S. Global Leadership Coalition, Public Service Record, Electoral History

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