Senator Ron Johnson invites Jonathan Lucroy to Washington for State of the Union address

WASHINGTON, D.C. (WITI) -- Sen. Ron Johnson announced Wednesday, January 14th that Jonathan Lucroy will be his guest when the president offers his State of the Union address to Congress on Tuesday, January 20th.

“Mr. Lucroy, the All-Star catcher for the Milwaukee Brewers, has become a hero to Wisconsin sports fans with his excellent performance on the field. But to me, he is an even bigger hero off the field: He is using his baseball fame to highlight some great Wisconsin charities," Senator Johnson said.

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“I am honored that Senator Johnson has asked me to be his guest at the State of the Union. We both share a passion for veterans and serving those who serve us, and I am looking forward to the privilege of being in our nation’s Capital for this once-in-a-lifetime experience," Lucroy said.

“The President inspired millions when he spoke of Americans of differing opinions coming together for the common good. Nearly two centuries ago, Alexis de Tocqueville was astonished at the way Americans came together voluntarily to solve problems left to the state or aristocrats in other countries. Mr. Lucroy’s charitable service illustrates these ideals by shining a light on the good work Wisconsinites are doing for their communities. It is an honor to in turn honor Mr. Lucroy," Senator Johnson said.