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Karen DeSanto
USAState & local legislatureDemocratic PartyWisconsin · 40th Assembly districtMember of the Wisconsin State Assembly

Karen DeSanto

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Karen DeSanto is an American politician and educator serving as a member of the Wisconsin State Assembly for the 40th district since 2025. Before entering politics, she had a distinguished career as a professional circus performer and clown, graduating from Ringling Clown College in 1993 and performing at venues such as Carnegie Hall. She later transitioned into nonprofit leadership, serving as the CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs of West Central Wisconsin from 2011 to 2024, where she was recognized for her organizational growth and received multiple CEO of the Year awards.

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Born
July 3, 1964 · 61 years old
Birth place
Sacramento, California
Education
Luther Burbank High School, Ringling Clown College
Career
Professional circus clown, CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs of West Central Wisconsin

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