Fred Risser Politician

Fred A. Risser (born May 5, 1927) is a Democratic member of the Wisconsin Senate, representing the 26th District since 1962. His district includes most of the west side and central neighborhoods of Madison, including the campus of the University of Wisconsin–Madison. He previously served in the Wisconsin Assembly from 1957 to 1962. Risser has never lost an election and is the longest-serving state legislator in American political history, but he is not yet the longest-serving state senator in American history.

Personal facts

Birth date	May 05, 1927
Birth place	Madison Wisconsin
Profession	Legislator

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Office holder

office	President of the Wisconsin Senate
party	Democratic Party (United States)
region	Wisconsin Senate District 26
successor	Alan Lasee Michael Ellis (American politician)