Ron Johnson, U.S. Senator from Wisconsin.
Official Biography
Both of Ron’s parents were born and raised on farms. Their work ethic and small-town values were naturally passed along to their own children. As a result, Ron has worked hard all his life. As a boy, he mowed lawns, shoveled snow, delivered papers, and caddied for a few extra bucks. At the age of 15, he obtained his first tax-paying job as a dishwasher in a Walgreens grill. He rose through the ranks as a soda jerk, fry cook, and finally night manager before reaching the age of 16.
He gained early acceptance to the University of Minnesota, so he skipped his senior year of High School and worked full time while obtaining his degree in business and accounting. In 1977, after graduating with a BSB-Accounting degree, he married his wife Jane, and started working as an accountant at Jostens. He also continued his education by enrolling in an MBA night program.
In July of 1979, Ron and Jane moved to Oshkosh to start a business with Jane’s brother. The company -PACUR- began producing plastic sheet for packaging and printing applications. Ron has been building the same business for the last 31 years. From operating the equipment, to keeping the company books, and selling its products, Ron has been involved in every function of the business. It is this body of experience and private sector perspective that he now brings to the Senate.
Ron came to Washington because the federal government is bankrupting America. He thinks it is important for citizen legislators to ally with those who are seriously facing that reality. Ron’s manufacturing background has taught him to attack the root cause of a problem, not mere symptoms. He believes huge deficits, slow economic activity, high unemployment and woefully inadequate job creation are severe symptoms of the problem – but not the root cause. The ever expanding size, scope and cost of government is.
Ron serves on the committees on the Budget, Commerce, Science and Transportation, Foreign Relations, Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs and Small Business and Entrepreneurship. He resides in Oshkosh, Wisconsin with his wife Jane. They have three children.
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WisDems Applaud Passage of President Biden’s Historic Bipartisan Infrastructure Deal
Nov 5th, 2021 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Is Nelson ’22 Like Feingold ’92?
Tom Nelson is dark horse in Democratic primary for U.S. Senate. But don’t count him out.
Nov 5th, 2021 by Dave CieslewiczOctober Job Numbers Show Economy Building Back Better Thanks to President Biden
Nov 5th, 2021 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
As SCOTUS Hears TX Abortion Case, Wisconsinites Are Reminded of Ron Johnson’s Anti-Choice Record
Johnson Previously Stated if an Individual Doesn’t Like the Abortion Law in Their State, They “Can Move”
Nov 1st, 2021 by Democratic Party of WisconsinMandela Barnes Earns Over 100 Endorsements from Wisconsin Elected Officials in Race for U.S. Senate
Barnes Has Built an Unparalleled Statewide Coalition to Defeat Ron Johnson
Nov 1st, 2021 by Lt. Gov. Mandela BarnesBarrett Confirmation Hearing Set for Tuesday
If Mayor Tom Barrett is quickly confirmed, mayoral election would occur alongside Spring elections.
Oct 29th, 2021 by Jeramey JanneneThe Chronicles of Ron Johnson’s Scandals: Johnson Secures $215 Million Tax Break For Biggest Donors
Oct 26th, 2021 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Democratic U.S Senate candidate Peckarsky launches radio ad campaign
“It’s going to take a real progressive to make real progress”
Oct 25th, 2021 by Peter PeckarskyMost of Us Believe in Protecting the Freedom to Vote, But Not Ron Johnson
Johnson Casts Vote Against Even Allowing Debate on National Standards for Elections
Oct 20th, 2021 by A Better Wisconsin TogetherWisGOP Statement on the Freedom to “Cheat” Act
Oct 20th, 2021 by Republican Party of Wisconsin
Johnson Stands with Dark Money Interests with Vote Against Freedom To Vote Act
Oct 20th, 2021 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Lt. Gov. Barnes Leads Fundraising in Senate Democratic Primary
Barnes raised more than $1 million since launching his campaign this summer.
Oct 19th, 2021 by Laurel WhiteBarnes Blasts Ron Johnson for “Praying” for “Gridlock” in Washington
Johnson gaffes, tells Fox News that he hopes and prays for gridlock on critical legislation
Oct 18th, 2021 by Lt. Gov. Mandela BarnesWisconsinites Call Out Ron Johnson For Abandoning Them, Enriching Himself and His Biggest Donors
Oct 14th, 2021 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Dodge, Duck, Dip, Dive and Dodge: Ron Johnson’s Tax Scandals Front and Center
Oct 12th, 2021 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Class Action Lawsuit Targets Schools For Lax COVID-19 Policies
The lawsuit is backed by a liberal super PAC controlled by the owner of Minocqua Brewing.
Oct 10th, 2021 by Corrinne HessJohnson Says Overwhelmed Hospitals Not a ‘Massive Crisis’
The senator also criticized the safety and effectiveness of the vaccines.
Oct 9th, 2021 by Rob Mentzer4 Questions Ron Johnson Needs to Answer Following His Recent Tax Scandal
Oct 8th, 2021 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Ron Johnson Votes Against Funding the Government
Oct 7th, 2021 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Reintroduces Bipartisan National Scenic Trails Parity Act
This bipartisan legislation will provide Wisconsin scenic trails with improved management and access to additional funding
Oct 7th, 2021 by U.S. Sen. Tammy BaldwinTax Paying Wisconsinites Blast Ron Johnson for Latest Tax Scandal
Oct 6th, 2021 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
WisDems Respond To Ron Johnson’s Continued Refusal to Explain Recent Tax Scandal
Oct 5th, 2021 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Lena Taylor Is Running For Lieutenant Governor
Veteran state senator would be first Black woman to hold the position.
Oct 4th, 2021 by Jeramey JanneneCoverage Roundup: Ron Johnson Made $450,000 in 2017, But Paid Just $2,105 in State Income Tax
Oct 1st, 2021 by American Bridge 21st Century
Ron Johnson Votes Against Funding the Government
Sep 30th, 2021 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
2017: Ron Johnson Made At Least $450,000
But Paid LESS in State Income Tax Than a Wisconsin Couple Earning $40,000
Sep 30th, 2021 by American Bridge 21st CenturyGOP Legislators Push To Continue Gerrymandering
Pushing for redistricting to diverge from current districts as little as possible.
Sep 29th, 2021 by Melanie Conklin and Henry RedmanCollege Grads Are Leaving Republican Party
While less educated voters ditch the Democratic Party. How is that changing the state?
Sep 22nd, 2021 by Bruce MurphyCities Near Fort McCoy Help Afghan Refugees
It’s Trump country but many are rallying to donate food, clothing, household goods.
Sep 20th, 2021 by Henry RedmanLegislature Plans Culture War Against Evers
Fall session could include “born alive” abortion bill, forbidding teachers from discussing race and more.
Sep 20th, 2021 by Melanie ConklinElizabeth Warren Endorses Barnes for U.S. Senate
A high-profile endorsement in Democratic primary with nine candidates.
Sep 15th, 2021 by Laurel WhiteLocal and Tribal Health Agencies to Receive $58 Million in COVID Relief Funding — Opposed by Ron Johnson
Johnson has spread misinformation and opposed efforts to boost the pandemic recovery
Sep 14th, 2021 by American Bridge 21st CenturyFor Ron Johnson, Prolonging the Pandemic is Just Another Day at the Office
Sep 14th, 2021 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Mandela Barnes Talks Out of Both Sides of His Mouth on Vaccine Mandates
Upon Announcement of Biden’s Unconstitutional Federal Overreach, Where Do Senate Democrat Candidates Stand?
Sep 13th, 2021 by Republican Party of WisconsinCorporate Greed Must Be Addressed
The issue unites city and rural areas in Wisconsin.
Sep 9th, 2021 by Tom NelsonWisconsin Parents to Ron Johnson: Stop Putting Our Kids’ Lives at Risk
Sep 8th, 2021 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Democrats Face High Profile Races in 2022
Experts say elections will test strength of state Democratic Party.
Sep 7th, 2021 by Laurel WhiteRon Johnson, Paul Ryan Say 2020 Election Not Rigged
Johnson still supports investigation into election commissions and grants.
Sep 2nd, 2021 by Laurel WhiteState Doctors Warn, Don’t Use Ivermectin
Sen. Johnson ‘endangering our patients’ pushing drug for COVID-19, they declare.
Aug 31st, 2021 by Shamane MillsJohnson Doubles Down on Opposition to FDA Approved Pfizer Vaccine as Cases Rise Across Wisconsin
Aug 31st, 2021 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Barrett, Kind Had 59 Years Experience
Exit of mayor and congressman makes room for new generation of leaders.
Aug 30th, 2021 by Steven WaltersClock Ticking on Ron Johnson’s Decision
Increase in his 'unfavorable' rating looms over decision whether to run for reelection.
Aug 23rd, 2021 by Steven WaltersJohnson Opposes Ventilators, Pushes Horse Medicine
FDA warns against using ivermectin: "You are not a horse."
Aug 23rd, 2021 by Bruce MurphyEighteen Milwaukee Local Elected Officials Endorse Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes for U.S. Senate
Aug 18th, 2021 by Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes
Activist Steven Olikara Joins US Senate Race
He’s the ninth Democrat running for seat held by Republican Ron Johnson.
Aug 17th, 2021 by Laurel WhiteNative Rights Trailblazer Ada Deer Endorses Mandela Barnes for United States Senate
Aug 17th, 2021 by Lt. Gov. Mandela Barnes
Johnson Didn’t Read Infrastructure Bill
Admits this on conservative TV show. One of 30 Republican senators who voted no.
Aug 17th, 2021 by Henry RedmanNew Polling Shows Declining Approval of Ron Johnson
Marquette University Law School poll also shows Evers approval holding steady.
Aug 11th, 2021 by Rich KremerPOLL: Wisconsinites Approve of Evers’ Steady Leadership and Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Plan, Are Fed Up
53% of Voters Support Bipartisan Infrastructure Plan, 54% of Voters Approve Of Biden and Evers’ Pandemic Leadership
Aug 11th, 2021 by Democratic Party of WisconsinSTATEMENT: Lt. Gov. Barnes Blasts Johnson Over Tax Giveaways to His Wealthy Donors
Bombshell Pro Publica Report Reveals Johnson Personally Ensured His Ultra-Wealthy Donors Would Reap Huge Benefits from Trump Tax Scam
Aug 11th, 2021 by Lt. Gov. Mandela BarnesProPublica Report: Ron Johnson Secured $200-Million Tax Break for His Biggest Billionaire Backers
Aug 11th, 2021 by American Bridge 21st Century
State Emergency Management Administrator Enters U.S. Senate Race
Darrell Williams joins the race for the seat held by U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson.
Aug 7th, 2021 by Laurel WhiteBusinesses Must Lead In Mandating Shots
Anti-vaxxers are spreading COVID-19 disease and deaths and could cause a recession.
Aug 4th, 2021 by John TorinusLarson Drops Out of Senate Race, Endorses Barnes
Eight candidates remain in race, including Godlewski, Lasry and Nelson.
Aug 3rd, 2021 by Jeramey JanneneWho’s Trying to Oust Ron Johnson?
Behind the scenes (and on background), at least some Wisconsin Republicans are bad-mouthing Ron Johnson and seeking to position others to replace him
Aug 2nd, 2021 by American Bridge 21st CenturyWisconsin Democrats Statement on 56th Anniversary of Medicare and Medicaid
Jul 30th, 2021 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Ron Johnson Votes to Block Bipartisan Infrastructure Deal
Putting partisan politics first, Johnson voted to block consideration of a bipartisan infrastructure deal to create good-paying jobs and invest in communities across the country
Jul 28th, 2021 by American Bridge 21st CenturyPoor People’s Campaign Pickets Ron Johnson
Gathering at his downtown office demanding a $15 minimum wage, restoring Voting Rights Act.
Jul 28th, 2021 by Isiah HolmesScott Walker’s Right, Get Vaccinated Now
As variants cause new rise in COVID-19, more Republicans urging people to get the vaccine.
Jul 27th, 2021 by Bill KaplanThe Race Is On For Lt. Governor
The last time there was no incumbent, back in 2010, nine candidates ran for the position.
Jul 26th, 2021 by Steven WaltersBarnes Gets National Endorsements for Senate Bid
Endorsements by three progressive groups could help him win the party activists.
Jul 21st, 2021 by Bruce MurphyChantia Lewis Enters U.S. Senate Race
Milwaukee alderwoman is ninth candidate in the race to replace Ron Johnson.
Jul 21st, 2021 by Jeramey JanneneAlderwoman Chantia Lewis Announces Candidacy for U.S. Senate in Wisconsin
Jul 21st, 2021 by Ald. Chantia Lewis
Mandela Barnes Enters Senate Race
Long-rumored run by Lt. Governor becomes official and targets Ron Johnson.
Jul 20th, 2021 by Jeramey JanneneInfrastructure Plan Gains Momentum
Bipartisan supporters include two Wisconsin Republicans, business and labor.
Jul 19th, 2021 by Bill KaplanJohnson Race Now Rated a ‘Tossup’
Top political report finds race now closer as Johnson wins "Four Pinocchios" rating for misinformation on COVID-19
Jul 19th, 2021 by Bruce MurphyEvers, Johnson Rake In Campaign Funds
Outpacing challengers, Evers raises $5 million and Johnson $1.2 million in first half of 2021.
Jul 18th, 2021 by Laurel WhiteRon Johnson Can’t be Trusted to Tell the Truth Or Put Wisconsin Families First
“We don’t know what motivates this one-man campaign of misinformation... but it’s clear this is a deliberate effort and not just a few stray comments.” --Washington Post’s Fact Checker
Jul 16th, 2021 by American Bridge 21st CenturyLarson campaign’s second-quarter filing shows strong grassroots support
Jul 16th, 2021 by State Sen. Chris Larson
Alderwoman Chantia Lewis For U.S. Senate?
Website appears, and quickly disappears.
Jul 15th, 2021 by Jeramey JanneneThree Firefighter Labor Unions Endorse Tom Nelson for U.S. Senate
“Labor for Tom” Kicked off by Critical Endorsements for Genuine Blue-Collar Candidate
Jul 15th, 2021 by Tom NelsonWisconsin Parents Blast Senator Johnson for Standing Against Tax Cut for Wisconsin Families
Jul 14th, 2021 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Johnson Calls Tax Cut for Wisconsin Families “Economic or Social Engineering”
Jul 13th, 2021 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
Ron Johnson Vs. Journal Sentinel
A battle royal between senator and newspaper. Who’s gotten the worst of it?
Jul 12th, 2021 by Bruce MurphyProminent Local and Tribal Leader Joe Miller Endorses Tom Nelson for U.S. Senate
Campaign Also Launches TikTok Account!
Jul 9th, 2021 by Tom NelsonWhat Wisconsinites are Reading and Watching: Ron Johnson Caught Lying to Voters
Jul 8th, 2021 by American Bridge 21st Century
21 Wisconsin Leaders Endorse Sarah Godlewski for U.S. Senate
Coming on heels of pivotal EMILY’S List endorsement, strong support from communities across the state demonstrates Sarah is building the strongest coalition to defeat Ron Johnson
Jul 8th, 2021 by Sarah Godlewski6 Months on from their Insurrection, WI Republicans Haven’t Learned Anything
Federal and state reps deny accountability and continue to push the Big Lie
Jul 7th, 2021 by A Better Wisconsin TogetherFive Candidates Make Case For Beating Ron Johnson
Roundtable of Democratic candidates for U.S. Senate is first such event in campaign.
Jun 29th, 2021 by Corrinne HessHealth Officials Slam Ron Johnson Event
Senator holds roundtable featuring small group of people who suffered side effects from vaccine.
Jun 29th, 2021 by Corrinne HessEvers Is the Pro-Science Candidate
Why has that description become so controversial?
Jun 28th, 2021 by Bruce MurphyHealth Commissioner Kirsten Johnson Statement on the COVID-19 Vaccine
Jun 28th, 2021 by City of Milwaukee Health Department
Vos Picks Gableman To Lead Election Probe
Announcement comes just one day after GOP Assembly Speaker attacked by Trump.
Jun 27th, 2021 by Shawn JohnsonWisconsin Doctor: “Sen. Johnson Should Cancel Anti-Vaccine Event”
Yesterday, WITI-TV reported Johnson’s planning to hold a 6/28 event where he plans to spread misinformation about the COVID vaccines’ safety It’s unclear if Johnson plans to use taxpayer funds to host the event and spread dangerous misinformation
Jun 25th, 2021 by American Bridge 21st CenturyTriple-Down: Ron Johnson “Not A Real Fan” Of Tax Cuts For Working Families
Yesterday, Johnson reaffirmed his opposition to the expanded child tax credit that will provide up to $300/month per child to 39 million families
Jun 24th, 2021 by American Bridge 21st CenturyJohnson, GOP Congressmen Want Answers on Unemployment Fraud
Evers asked to respond to report that states vulnerable to ‘massive’ Nigerian fraud scheme.
Jun 23rd, 2021 by Rob MentzerRon Johnson Puts Party Politics and Corporate Backers First, Filibustering Effort To Strengthen Voting Rights And Elections
Earlier this month, Republicans filibustered the Paycheck Fairness Act, and they filibustered the establishment of a bipartisan Jan. 6 Commission in May, after uniformly voting against the American Rescue Plan in March
Jun 22nd, 2021 by American Bridge 21st CenturyTammy Baldwin Is All About The Beer
Senator wins attention with Wisconsin beer, not for the first time.
Jun 22nd, 2021 by Bruce MurphyRon Johnson Doubles Down On Opposition To Tax Cuts For Working Families
Ron Johnson: “I’m all for families, but...”
Jun 21st, 2021 by American Bridge 21st Century