Amaad Rivera-Wagner

Amaad Rivera-Wagner represents Wisconsin's 90th Assembly District in Green Bay, serving since January 2025. Born in Springfield, Massachusetts and raised by a teenage single mother who struggled with homelessness, he understands firsthand how communities can feel left behind. His election marked a historic moment as he became the first openly gay Black man to serve in the Wisconsin State Legislature. Before entering elected office, he built an extensive career in housing policy and community development at the federal, state, and local levels.

Born Amaad Rivera in Springfield, Massachusetts to Kim Rivera, a teenage single mother who experienced homelessness. He was one of three children raised by his mother. His first political involvement came when he helped his mother form a union to advocate for better wages and working conditions. He took the additional surname Wagner when he married his husband William. They live in Green Bay's Astor neighborhood with their two goldendoodles, Appa and Beau (Lambeau).