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Rick Crosson
Politicians/Rick Crosson
Rick Crosson

Rick Crosson

(D)
Candidate for U.S. House District 8 (WI)
RunningU.S. House (District 8) · WI · Nov 3, 2026
About Rick Crosson

A Lifetime of Service and a Mission to Give Back

Born into a working-class family that valued hard work and integrity, Rick learned early that real leadership means showing up, taking responsibility, and helping others succeed. That lesson guided him through every chapter of his life.

In 1980, Rick joined the U.S. Army. Over the next two decades, he served as a Lieutenant Colonel and Master Army Aviator, flying surveillance missions along the Iron Curtain and later serving as the U.S. Military Liaison to Mexico, working out of the embassy to end the war on drugs. His final mission focused on international cooperation and public safety. Experiences that deepened his commitment to diplomacy, teamwork, and trust.

From Service to Solutions

After retiring from the military, Rick brought his leadership home to Wisconsin. He spent nearly 20 years in the logistics and transportation industry; first at Schneider National in Green Bay, and later running a Wisconsin-based trucking company.

As an operations leader, he focused on what he’s always done best: building teams, solving problems, and delivering results.

Rick’s success in business wasn’t about titles or profits. It was about people – mentoring employees, creating good jobs, and ensuring Wisconsin families could build stable, secure lives.

Community First

Service didn’t stop when Rick left the Army. It simply shifted closer to home.

He’s served on the Green Bay Area Board of Education, where he helped guide tough decisions on school funding, boundaries, and a successful local referendum. He’s also given his time to the Greater Green Bay YMCA Board, the Brown County Library Board, and the UW–Stevens Point Business Advisory Council.

Each role reflects Rick’s belief that communities thrive when everyone has a voice, and that local leadership is where real change begins.

Family and Future

Rick is a proud father of three and grandfather of eight. He has built his life around family, faith, and the belief that every generation deserves a better future than the last.

That’s what drives Rick to keep serving; ensuring that every child in Wisconsin grows up in a country that values fairness, opportunity, and democracy.

Why He’s Running

Rick believes America needs leaders who serve people, not themselves.

He stands for service over corruption, leadership over chaos, integrity over lies, and accountability over deflection, unlike Donald Trump and Tony Weid.

It’s time to restore honesty, trust, and responsibility in government, and Rick is ready to lead that change and deliver results for you and your family.

Sourced verbatim from rickcrosson.com
Role Summary: U.S. Representative

Members of the U.S. House of Representatives write and vote on federal laws, including the federal budget. Each represents one district and serves a two-year term. Tax bills must start in the House, only the House can impeach federal officials, and members oversee federal agencies through their committees.

Quick Facts
Party
Democrat
Residence
Green Bay, WI
Education
Bachelor's Degree, Criminal Justice and Political Science
Seattle University
Master's Degree, Public Administration
Golden Gate University
Professional Background2
Served
United States Army
1980-2000
Chief Operations Officer
DeBoer Transportation
2013-2022
Organizations2
Green Bay Area Public School District
Board Member
2024-2025
Brown County, Wisconsin, Library
Member, Board of Trustees
2025-present
Quick Facts
Party
Democrat
Residence
Green Bay, WI