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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Sen. Ron Johnson Spreads Disinformation Instead of Helping Wisconsin Families
In a weekend of unhinged TV appearances, Johnson doubles down on conspiracy theories and demonizes unemployed Wisconsinites needing help
Aug 3rd, 2020 by Democratic Party of Wisconsin
GOP-Controlled Senate Refuses to Act
Democrats in the House passed a stimulus bill in May.
Aug 3rd, 2020 by Bill Kaplan
Johnson Gases Up Biden Investigation Before Election
Trump lauds the investigation of his presidential opponent.
Jul 30th, 2020 by Shawn Johnson
Report Claims ‘Corruption’ by Ron Johnson
Newly formed Democratic research group finds senator made millions through self-dealing.
Jul 29th, 2020 by Bruce Murphy
Congressional Republicans Fail Wisconsin
Democrats passed second pandemic relief bill in May. State’s GOP members continue to delay.
Jul 28th, 2020 by Bill Kaplan
The Party of Lincoln No More
Johnson, Grothman, Tiffany redefine Republican Party in an un-Abe-like way.
Jul 26th, 2020 by James Rowen
Wisconsin Politicians Split Down Party Lines on Unemployment
Dems want money in people's hands, Republican's don't.
Jul 24th, 2020 by Hope Kirwan
Johnson halts attempt to give federal employees another paid day off at $6 billion cost
Jul 22nd, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson
Public Schools Fight for Funding
MPS, other public school districts have gotten no federal CARES funding while choice and charter schools get millions.
Jul 21st, 2020 by Terry Falk
Johnson Introduces Bill to Help Businesses Restore Capital, Give Employees Stake in Business Success
Jul 21st, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson
What Should Next Pandemic Aid Bill Include?
State’s Democrats, Republicans disagree on who needs federal help and how much is needed.
Jul 20th, 2020 by Erik Gunn
Mike Pence’s Unreality Show
The Vice President loves us. That’s why he keeps coming back to Wisconsin.
Jul 19th, 2020 by Ruth Conniff
Johnson Opposes More Economic Stimulus Funding
Won’t back “even a dime more” until issues with past funding fixed, Republican Senator says.
Jul 14th, 2020 by Rob Mentzer
Wisconsin’s Wealth Gap Grows Worse
Pandemic devastates lower and middle class while billionaires get wealthier.
Jul 13th, 2020 by Bruce Murphy
State GOP Convention Decries Anarchy, Socialism
Hundreds at in-person convention in Green Bay despite fliers warning they ‘assume any potential risk’.
Jul 12th, 2020 by Shawn Johnson
Rep. Robyn Vining & Legislative Colleagues Support Federal HEROES Act
Jul 8th, 2020 by State Rep. Robyn Vining
State GOP Holding Convention in Hot Spot
In-person Republican convention next week in Brown County which has second-highest COVID-19 outbreak.
Jul 5th, 2020 by James Rowen
Johnson Discusses Small Business Recovery at Axios Virtual Event
Jul 3rd, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson
Report: 8 Billionaires in Wisconsin See Net Worth Jump $14.2 Billion or 36.1% in First Three Months of COVID-19 Pandemic
Meanwhile Wisconsinites, State & Local Governments Face Financial Hardship as Congress Stalls on New COVID-19 Financial Aid Package
Jul 1st, 2020 by Citizen Action of Wisconsin
Johnson, Baldwin Introduce Legislation to Rename Post Office After WWII Veteran Joe Demler
Jul 1st, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson
Johnson Discusses Small Business Recovery at Axios Virtual Event
Jul 1st, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson
A COVID-19 Case Spike May Merit Bar Limits, Sen. Johnson Says
But schools should open this fall.
Jun 26th, 2020 by Shawn Johnson
Johnson Discusses Economy, Stimulus Funding on ‘Squawk Box’
Jun 23rd, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson
Johnson: Transparency Key to Preventing Abuse During Transition Process
Jun 14th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson
Does Your Congressperson Support Police Reform?
The positions of Wisconsin's congressional delegation on police reform.
Jun 12th, 2020 by Megan Hart
Johnson Discusses Economy, Stimulus Funding on ‘Squawk Box’
Jun 11th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson
Johnson Continues Push for Delist Gray Wolf Amendment
Jun 10th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson
‘Spectacular News’: Johnson Comments on May Jobs Report
Jun 5th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson
Lessons from the Spring 2020 Election
Republicans opposed liberals and alleged voter fraud and neither issue resonated.
Jun 3rd, 2020 by Bruce Thompson
Ron Johnson Rolls Over For Trump
Firing of inspector generals undermines balance of power, Romney charges. No problem, Johnson says.
May 26th, 2020 by Bill Kaplan
State’s Liberal Talk Radio Chain Growing
Mike Crute’s stations, audience growing, so why the resistance from Democratic leaders?
May 20th, 2020 by Bruce Murphy
Is Wisconsin a ‘Failed State’?
The Guardian questions if state can perform its core job, "protecting people’s basic security.”
May 20th, 2020 by Melanie Conklin
GOP Fundraiser Under Investigation for PPE Business
Mike Gula, who has fundraised for Sen. Ron Johnson, tried to cash in on the pandemic but didn't deliver.
May 14th, 2020 by Bill Kaplan
New Marquette Law School Poll finds reduced but majority support for COVID-19 restrictions, while partisan divisions increase
Please note: Complete poll results and methodology information can be found online at law.marquette.edu/poll
May 12th, 2020 by Marquette University
Did Trump, Ron Johnson Endanger Lives?
Promotion of unproven drug resulted in millions of pills being delivered to cities like Milwaukee.
May 5th, 2020 by Bruce Murphy
The Lethal Idiocy of MacIver Institute
“Freedom” and the “free market” won’t solve the pandemic. It will spread the disease.
Apr 24th, 2020 by Matt Rothschild
Right-Wing Groups Linked to #ReopenWisconsin Campaign
Members of Americans for Prosperity, American Majority and John Birch Society have their hands in the campaign.
Apr 23rd, 2020 by Henry Redman
Trump, Johnson Resisted on Pandemic Policy
Their push to cut WHO funding criticized by American Medical Association, U.S. Chamber of Commerce.
Apr 21st, 2020 by Bill Kaplan
Johnson Forwards Letter Urging Action on Hydroxychloroquine to President Trump
Apr 16th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson
Ron Johnson Pushes Controversial Drugs
Spearheads campaign urging Trump to lift restrictions on hydroxychloroquine and chloroquine use for COVID-19.
Apr 11th, 2020 by Ruth Conniff
Johnson Organizes Physician Letter to President Urging Action on Hydroxychloroquine
Apr 10th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson
Johnson, Baldwin Urge U.S. Postal Service IG to Launch Absentee Ballot Investigation
Apr 9th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson
The Republican Death Cult
Gather in polling places, gather in churches, and let 11 million die; the new GOP vision.
Apr 7th, 2020 by James Rowen
Change Lame Duck Law, Baldwin Urges Legislators
Republican law passed to limit governor’s power prevents him from getting federal funding for COVID-19.
Apr 5th, 2020 by Melanie Conklin
WI Congressional Delegation Backs Federal Help
All back CARES Act and Evers' disaster declaration for Wisconsin.
Apr 4th, 2020 by Megan Hart
Baldwin Leads Wisconsin Congressional Delegation in Calling on USDA to Take Action to Support Wisconsin Dairy Farmers Amid COVID-19 Crisis
"Wisconsin's dairy and agriculture economy is in crisis, and we write to ask for your immediate attention and aid."
Apr 3rd, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
Johnson Leads Wisconsin Delegation Letter Supporting Major Disaster Declaration Request
Apr 3rd, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson
WMC Releases COVID-19 Employer Toolkit
Toolkit will arm Wisconsin’s business community with the most up-to-date and reliable information as they navigate the continuously changing landscape
Apr 3rd, 2020 by Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce
New Marquette Law School Poll finds strong support for coronavirus closings, even as it shows substantial economic impact
Please note: Complete Poll results and methodology information can be found online at law.marquette.edu/poll
Apr 1st, 2020 by Marquette University
Senate Passes $2 Trillion Stimulus
Spending package provides aid to people, businesses, health care systems and states during COVID-19 pandemic.
Mar 26th, 2020 by Robin Bravender
Johnson Statement on ‘Phase 3’ Coronavirus Bill
Mar 25th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson
Ron Johnson Is Not Helping
Action is needed on virus and we’re taking it in Wisconsin. Johnson’s comments insult our efforts.
Mar 21st, 2020 by Tom Nelson
State Treasurer Surveys COVID-19 Economic Fallout
Supports federal proposal for a Universal Basic Income.
Mar 20th, 2020 by Ruth Conniff
State Rep. Brostoff Quarantining After Coronavirus Exposure
Brostoff, the latest Wisconsin politico to be exposed to the virus, is "keeping a cool head".
Mar 19th, 2020 by Graham Kilmer
Wisconsin Now the Reddest State?
No state in America has been more opposed to federal coronavirus relief package.
Mar 18th, 2020 by Bruce Murphy
Johnson Amendment Would Protect Workers During Coronavirus Emergency
Mar 18th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson
Senators Must Pass Coronavirus Act
House passed relief bill goes to Senate, Johnson and Baldwin should support it.
Mar 16th, 2020 by Sarah Godlewski
Johnson Spokesman Addresses Coronavirus Precautions
Mar 13th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson
Johnson, Rosen Introduce Bill to Strengthen U.S. Leadership on 5G Standards Setting
Mar 13th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson
Nothing Changed After Molson Coors Shooting
Wisconsin's GOP legislators mourned publicly, but continue ignoring calls from Democrats to address gun violence.
Mar 6th, 2020 by Allison Stevens
Coronavirus and Candor
While some Republican push Trump for action, Ron Johnson lets administration officials testify behind closed doors.
Mar 4th, 2020 by Bill Kaplan
The Myth of Nonpartisan Judicial Elections
They could hardly be more partisan. Time to rethink how we elect Supreme Court members?
Feb 27th, 2020 by Bruce Thompson
Hmong Leaders Rally Against Deportation
Efforts by Trump administration to deport Hmongs to Laos condemned at rally in Wausau.
Feb 25th, 2020 by Rob Mentzer
Ron Johnson Shows No Loyalty
Seems afraid to support his former aide in state Senate primary against Tom Tiffany.
Feb 18th, 2020 by Gregory Humphrey
Johnson, Murphy, Barrasso to Meet with President Zelensky
Feb 12th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson
The Courage of Mitt Romney
And the sad spectacle of Wisconsin Sen. Ron Jonnson.
Feb 10th, 2020 by Bill Kaplan
GOP Opens First Milwaukee Field Office
State Republican party is looking to expand outreach to African-American voters.
Feb 8th, 2020 by Corrinne Hess
Irrelevant If Trump Broke Law, Johnson Says
Wisconsin’s Republican Senator is voting against impeachment of president.
Feb 5th, 2020 by Rob Mentzer
Johnson Votes to Conclude Impeachment Proceedings
Feb 3rd, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson
Johnson, Peters Introduce Bill to Reauthorize and Improve Motorcyclist Advisory Council
Feb 3rd, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson
Call Bolton to Testify, Baldwin Urges
Former National Security advisor’s book says Trump froze Ukraine aid to force Biden investigation and implicates Ron Johnson.
Jan 29th, 2020 by Erik Gunn
“Gut Check Time” For Senators, Baldwin Says
Pushes U.S. Senate to let Bolton testify in Trump impeachment trial.
Jan 28th, 2020 by Shawn Johnson
Trump Wants to Slash Social Security
If reelected will push for this. Has proposed $1.9 trillion cut in entitlement programs.
Jan 27th, 2020 by Bill Kaplan
Johnson, Colleagues Send Letter to IRS Commissioner on Unchecked Misuse of Electric Vehicle Tax Credit
Senators request information after audit report reveals improperly claimed tax credits have increased despite inspector general first flagging issue in 2011
Jan 27th, 2020 by U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson
Trump’s Decision to Kill
The President seems to have gotten away with murder, just like he said he would.
Jan 21st, 2020 by Bill Christofferson
Trump Visit Draws Protests Downtown
Protests and police maneuvers may be a taste of DNC 2020.
Jan 16th, 2020 by Isiah Holmes
Wisconsin Jail Population Rising
Rise attributed to opioid epidemic and state bail laws.
Jan 16th, 2020 by Rob Mentzer and Keegan Kyle
New Marquette Law School Poll finds majorities of Wisconsin voters disapprove of Trump foreign policy and killing of Iranian general
Please note: Complete Poll results and methodology information can be found online at law.marquette.edu/poll
Jan 15th, 2020 by Marquette University
Trump’s Flights of Fancy at Rally
President's speech in Milwaukee filled with exaggerations and made-up numbers.
Jan 15th, 2020 by Erik Gunn
State Politicians Respond to Iranian General’s Killing
Activists are protesting and politicos weighing in on assassination, U.S. troop escalation.
Jan 4th, 2020 by Erik Gunn
All They Want for Christmas
The Christmas wish lists of Gov. Evers, Mayor Barrett and other politicians.
Dec 23rd, 2019 by Steven Walters
Johnson: House Impeachment Charges ‘Pretty Thin Gruel’
Dec 22nd, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson
It’s “Obvious” Senate Will Acquit Trump
So says Ron Johnson. “Horrifying” that any senators won’t be impartial, says Baldwin.
Dec 18th, 2019 by Robin Bravender
What Is State Doing About School Security?
$96.2 million for security upgrades and training. Has that addressed the problem?
Dec 16th, 2019 by Steven Walters
Wisconsin Senators Provide Recommendations to White House for District Court Vacancy
Dec 13th, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
New Marquette Law School Poll finds no change in impeachment views following end of public testimony
Dec 12th, 2019 by Marquette University
Big Decline in State’s ACA Recipients
State sees 15% decline, Milwaukee County 26% drop in those covered by Obamacare.
Dec 9th, 2019 by Steven Walters
Impeachment Depends on Facts
Republicans ignore them at their own —and America’s — peril.
Nov 26th, 2019 by Bill Kaplan
U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin Applauds Senate Passage of Bipartisan Legislation to Rename New Richmond Post Office for World War II Veterans
"Captain Robert Harmon and Private John Peirson paid the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country during World War II."
Nov 21st, 2019 by U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin
