Joseph Rankin was an American businessman and Democratic politician. He was elected to two terms as U.S. Representative for Wisconsin's 5th congressional district, but died during his second term. Earlier in his career, he served 11 years in the Wisconsin Legislature, representing Manitowoc County, and was chairman of the Democratic Party of Wisconsin.
- Occupation
- politician, businessperson
- Position held
- United States representative, member of the State Senate of Wisconsin, member of the Wisconsin State Assembly
- Citizenship
- United States
- Born
- September 25, 1833
- Died