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Rep. Sensenbrenner Silent on Request for Debates

Rep. Sensenbrenner Silent on Request for Debates

January 18, 2026

TL;DR

Four weeks after Khary Penebaker challenged 38-year incumbent Jim Sensenbrenner to a public debate, Sensenbrenner had not responded by any means of communication.

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Khary Penebaker

About Khary Penebaker

Khary Penebaker is Division President at MetalMaster-RoofMaster, the Upper Midwest division of Wolkow Braker Roofing Corp. He previously built Roofed Right America from startup to $35M+ in revenue with 180 employees (2014-2025) and founded Penebaker Enterprises, growing it from $1.5M to $15M. A gun violence prevention advocate and former Everytown for Gun Safety Fellow, Khary brings two decades of leadership in commercial roofing, architectural sheet metal, and civic engagement.

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Common questions

What is Khary Penebaker's connection to gun violence prevention?

Khary's mother Joyce died by suicide with a firearm when he was 22 months old. This personal tragedy drives his advocacy for common-sense gun violence prevention measures.

Does Khary Penebaker speak about gun violence prevention at events?

Yes. Khary delivers keynote speeches on gun violence prevention, focusing on the often-overlooked crisis of firearm suicide, which accounts for roughly 60% of all gun deaths in America.

How can I book Khary to speak about gun violence prevention?

Visit kharypenebaker.com/book-khary to submit a booking inquiry. Khary speaks at corporate events, conferences, nonprofits, and community organizations.

Last updated: June 28, 2026