Committee
Marcoux For Judge
Education
A.A.S. UW-Barron County; B.A. Philosophy UW-Milwaukee; J.D. University of Wyoming College of Law
My commitment to public service is reflected in more than 15 years serving the State of Wisconsin as a State Public Defender, Assistant District Attorney, and now Washburn County District Attorney.
Those roles have required fairness, professionalism, and respect for the law in cases affecting real people and families.
Outside the courtroom, I have remained actively involved in community service. I serve as President of Community First Washburn County, a nonprofit that brings together agencies and organizations to address local challenges such as food insecurity and community support. I have also worked on regional coalitions addressing substance misuse.
In addition, I have coached youth basketball, baseball, and football for more than a decade, mentoring hundreds of local students.
These experiences reflect my belief that public leadership is about service. The responsibility of a judge is to protect fairness, uphold the rule of law, and treat every person with dignity and respect.
My life and professional experiences have allowed me to work with people from many different backgrounds. I was raised by a single mother and experienced the challenges that many working families face. Later, I was adopted by my stepfather, a military veteran, whose support helped me become the first person in my family to attend college.
As an attorney, I have worked with individuals from a wide range of economic, cultural, and religious backgrounds. My work has also brought me into contact with the Red Cliff, Bad River, and Lac Courte Oreilles tribal communities, providing important perspective on the challenges many communities face.
Outside the courtroom, I have coached hundreds of young athletes, including students with learning or developmental challenges. These experiences reinforced an important principle: every person deserves to be heard and treated with dignity and respect.
That perspective is essential for a judge serving a diverse community.
Impartiality requires both personal discipline and consistent adherence to the law. A judge must remember that the authority of the court comes from the public and that the courtroom exists to serve the community, not the individual on the bench.
To maintain impartiality, decisions must be grounded in the law, the facts presented in each case, and the governing rules of procedure and evidence. Judges must also remain aware of the ethical standards that require avoiding even the appearance of impropriety.
Consistency is also essential. People should be confident that the law will be applied fairly and predictably regardless of who appears before the court.
If elected, I will approach the bench with humility, preparation, and respect for the responsibility entrusted to the court.
Ensuring fairness begins with careful preparation and a commitment to applying the law consistently in every case. Each matter that comes before the court involves real people and often significant moments in their lives.
My experience as both a public defender and prosecutor has allowed me to see the justice system from multiple perspectives. That background helps ensure that all parties, whether plaintiffs, defendants, victims, or witnesses, are heard and treated with respect.
Fairness also requires that decisions be based solely on the law and the facts presented in court. Judges must remain patient, listen carefully, and apply legal standards consistently in both civil and criminal matters.
By approaching each case with professionalism, preparation, and respect for the rule of law, a judge can ensure the court remains a fair and trusted institution.
One justice I admire is John Marshall. Justice Marshall is the longest tenured Chief Justice. As Chief Justice, he authored the landmark decision in Marbury v. Madison, which established the principle of judicial review.
That decision confirmed the role of the courts in interpreting the Constitution and helped define the balance of powers among the branches of government. By clearly articulating the judiciary’s role, Marshall helped strengthen the stability of the American legal system.
More than two centuries later, the principles articulated in that case remain central to constitutional law and to the functioning of the judiciary. To this day, Marbury is often the first case taught to law students.
Washburn County District Attorney Aaron Marcoux joined Ben Dryden on DrydenWire Live to discuss his candidacy for Washburn County Circuit Court Judge in the upcoming April 7, 2026, nonpartisan spring election.
During the live-streamed conversation, Marcoux discussed his decision to run for judge, his professional background within Wisconsin’s justice system, and his priorities if elected.
Committee
Committee Supporting Angeline Winton-Roe for Judge
Education
www.wintonroeforwashburn.com
For me, public service has always been about people. My background as a lawyer, an assistant district attorney, a district attorney, and now a judge reflects a career spent in public service, and it has taught me that the justice system works best when those who serve it take the time to listen carefully and treat everyone who comes before the court with the dignity and respect they deserve. Regardless of the case or the parties involved, I have always tried to give each matter the same thoughtful consideration. People deserve—and rightly expect—a court that places careful judgment above efficiency or judicial expediency. I believe that true justice is delivered through preparation, focus, impartiality, and the restraint to resist rushing to judgment. Every decision matters to the people involved, and they deserve to know they were truly heard, regardless of the outcome
My experience has taught me that people come to the courthouse with many different life experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds, and that everyone deserves the same level of respect and care. I have seen how the justice system affects people’s lives and families in very real and lasting ways.
That experience has shaped how I work with people every day by reinforcing the importance of careful attention, remaining impartial, and focusing on the facts and the law rather than preconceived assumptions. Taking the time to ensure that people feel heard and understood helps maintain trust in the process, even when the outcome is difficult.
This perspective drives how I approach every person who appears before the court, with dignity and fairness at the forefront, and shapes my decision-making so it reflects both the rule of law and an understanding of the diverse experiences people bring with them into the courtroom
I maintain impartiality in both appearance and action by deciding all cases based on the evidence and the law, and by handling each matter with preparation, focus, and restraint. I am mindful that the conduct of the court is as meaningful as the outcome, and I strive to ensure that all parties are treated with equal respect and consideration in every case.
I maintain objectivity by giving all parties a full and fair opportunity to be heard, withholding judgment until the record is complete, evaluating each case on its merits, and avoiding any conduct that could create the appearance of favoritism or bias. I approach each case with great care, deliberately and thoughtfully, guided by fairness, due process, and the responsibilities of the judicial office.
I ensure fairness in all cases by applying the same disciplined judicial approach I already use in every matter before the court. I prepare thoroughly, review the record carefully, and apply the law consistently, regardless of the nature of the case or the parties involved. I provide all parties a full and fair opportunity to be heard and base my decisions on the facts, the evidence, and the law.
I remain mindful of the varying consequences associated with different types of cases, but I do not allow those consequences to alter my commitment to impartiality, due process, and careful judgment. When the record is incomplete or an issue requires clarification, I consider it my duty to ask questions and require additional explanation until I am satisfied the matter has been properly presented. By resisting the urge to rush decisions and clearly explaining my reasoning on the record, I work to ensure that fairness is not only practiced, but visible to those who come before the court.
I admire John Roberts for his emphasis on the judiciary as an independent institution whose legitimacy depends on public trust. I respect his focus on clear reasoning, judicial restraint, and deciding cases based on the facts and the law rather than personal views or desired outcomes. His approach underscores the importance of courts being seen as fair, principled, and consistent, and of judges remaining mindful of their limited role within our system of government. Those values—careful judgment, respect for due process, and the institutional integrity of the courts—are essential to maintaining confidence in the rule of law.
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