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DeSanto for 40th Assembly

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Karen DeSanto for 40th Assembly

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Karen DeSanto

Karen has worked on behalf of children and adults for the past 12 years as the CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of West Central Wisconsin, growing the organization from 2 to 4 sites and creating and managing a budget of 2.1 million. Serving as the first female President of the State Alliance of Wisconsin Clubs, she helped to secure 26 million in state and federal support for kids and families during her term in 2020-2022.


Living, working and raising a family for the past 30 years in Baraboo, Karen is a trusted member of the community. Her dedication to service and collaboration with community partners,  is a mirror of her values and work ethic. She believes that Together, We Can

Endorsement From Governor Tony Evers

Personal Endorsements

Karen DeSanto is the clear choice for the 40th district. As a mom, she understands the importance of safeguarding our children’s future while fiercely advocating for women’s reproductive freedom. Her unwavering commitment to these causes and her deep care for her community make her a leader we need in the Assembly.


Sarah Godlewski

Secretary of State - Wisconsin

Mandela Barnes Endorses Karen DeSanto for the 40th Assembly District

"Karen DeSanto’s dedication, tireless effort, and innovation with the Boys and Girls Club of Wisconsin in Sauk and Columbia counties have profoundly impacted countless young lives. Her unwavering commitment to youth development is a testament to her leadership. I wholeheartedly endorse Karen for Assembly District 40 and am confident that her vision and drive will continue to create a brighter future for the many generations to come."


Mandela Barnes

45th Lieutenant Governor of Wisconsin

Karen has shown outstanding leadership and tenacity as Executive Director of the Boys & Girls Club of West Central Wisconsin. Starting with a struggling club in Baraboo, she built a powerful organization that now serves four counties in Wisconsin.  Her ability to plan, organize and implement a vision is remarkable. 

      I emphatically endorse Karen DeSanto to represent the 40th District in the Wisconsin State Assembly.  Her mission has always been our children and their futures. She will do a great job in representing us all.


Mike Palm

City of Baraboo Mayor 2012-2021

Organizational Endorsements

Focused on Our Future

  • Ensure Accessible and affordable health care
  • Invest in protecting and improving our public schools and teacher support
  • Build availability and access to mental health services
  • Create supportive pathways for individuals entering mental health and healthcare professions
  • Protect reproductive freedoms for women
  • Identify Opportunities for small businesses and entrepreneurs
  • Safeguard our State Parks, waterways and rural land areas

Why I am Running

I am running for State Assembly to be your voice in Madison and to make positive change happen on the issues you care most about. With new, fair maps in Wisconsin we have a real opportunity to move our State forward and change the face of the legislature. I have been a small business owner, a non-profit leader, and a committed community volunteer for over 30 years. I will take my first-hand understanding of the challenges our area faces and my experience bringing people together to tackle tough problems and find solutions.

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