Justin Sargent

Justin Sargent is a democratic candidate for State Assembly on the North Side of Madison Wisconsin, and is currently serving as Director of Outreach and Operations for State Senator Judy Robson. He is running for the open seat left vacant by the retirement of current representative Dave Travis. No Republican has announced he or she is running for the seat.

Sargent attended Madison's Falk Elementary School, Orchard Ridge Middle School, and James Madison Memorial High School, where he graduated in 1987. He attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where he graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. Sargent is a 30+ year resident of Dane County.

Upon graduation from the University, Justin began work in the Wisconsin State Senate on environmental, labor, and transportation issues. Sargent is also a long time community activist, volunteering for local and state political campaigns. In 2007 Justin was recognized by Rock County Labor Unions for his service and efforts to improve the quality of life in Wisconsin for working families. Justin was also recognized by the Rock County Democratic party for his service to Southern Wisconsin.

After years of recreational diving enthusiasm including serving as the President of both the Hoofer's SCUBA club and Dane Counties 4 Lakes SCUBA Club, Justin successfully completed his training to become a PADI SCUBA instructor.

Shortly after becoming a professional instructor, Justin left public service to manage the dive shop in Fontana Sports Specialties, a locally owned outdoor sports shop, that is an icon on Madison's State Street. In 2004, Justin returned to public service in the State Senate, serving Senator Judy Robson D-Beloit. Justin served as Senator Robson's Chief of Staff and Director of Outreach and Operations.

In the August edition of Madison's In-Business, Justin was featured as one of their “40 under 40”, a select group of young professionals who stand out in their fields for their enthusiasm and excellence.

Justin met his wife, Melissa Sargent, at the University of Wisconsin Memorial Union. Melissa is a small business owner, and together they have three children, Devin, Bailey, and Keanan.

Website: www.sargentforassembly.org

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