MADISON—Today, a substantial group of respected Dane County Supervisors announced their endorsements of Judge Ben Jones for election to a full term in Dane County Circuit Court, Branch 1.
County Supervisors Colin Barushok (District 1), Henry Fries (District 5), Erin Welsh (District 7), Richelle Andrae (District 11), Rick Rose (District 16), Dan Blazewicz (District 17), Jeffrey Kroning (District 21), Chuck Erickson (District 23), Michael Engelberger (District 35), and David Peterson (District 36) – who represent diverse communities and residents throughout Dane County – join a growing array of community leaders that have endorsed Judge Ben Jones to continue serving the people of Dane County.
The full list of endorsers includes Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice Susan Crawford, Dane County Sheriff Kalvin Barrett, legislators, and Dane County Circuit Court Judges. See the full list of endorsements at https://judgebenjones.com/endorsements.
“Judge Ben Jones brings legal experience, integrity, and a steady commitment to fairness to the bench,” said Supervisor Colin Barushok. “I’m proud to support his continued service to our community.”
“Ben Jones understands that justice requires both a firm grasp of the law and respect for the people it serves,” said Supervisor Erin Welsh. “He is exactly the kind of judge we as Dane County residents deserve.”
“With a reputation for fairness, professionalism, and sound judgment, Judge Ben Jones has earned the trust of those who know his work,” said Supervisor Chuck Erickson. “I strongly endorse his candidacy.”
“I’m humbled by the support of so many Dane County Supervisors, each of whom brings their own perspective and commitment to public service,” said Judge Ben Jones. “Their individual confidence and collective trust mean a great deal to me. I remain committed to serving the people of Dane County with fairness, integrity, and respect for the rule of law.”
A longtime champion for the rights of kids and inclusion in education, Judge Jones was appointed to the bench by Governor Tony Evers earlier this year, following a comprehensive merit-driven selection process. Prior to being appointed to the bench, Judge Jones built an impressive record as an attorney in private practice, and then was chief legal counsel at the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI), the state’s education agency.
Jones distinguished himself at DPI as the leader developing legal frameworks for providing education during the COVID crisis. He was also the architect of a legal strategy to protect children’s rights, especially as the Trump Administration has tried to undermine protections secured through generations of advocacy – especially for LGBTQ+ kids.
Judge Jones lives in Monona with his wife and two sons, and is a proud graduate of the University of Wisconsin–Madison and UW Law School.
The general election will be April 7, 2026, with a primary election to be held February 17.
