Walter Runte

^{[needs update]} Walter "Gerry" Runte Jr. is an American politician who has served as a member of the Maine House of Representatives since December 7, 2022. He represents Maine's 146th House district.

Walter Runte Jr.
Member of the Maine House of Representatives from the 146th district
Incumbent
Assumed office December 7, 2022
Preceded by	Patty Hymanson
Personal details
Born	Columbus, Georgia
Political party	Democratic
Spouse	Michelle[1]
Children	4
Education	Bachelor's degree in Math and Chemistry, master's degree in nuclear engineering

Electoral history

He was elected on November 8, 2022, in the 2022 Maine House of Representatives election against Republican opponent Bradley Moulton. He assumed office on December 7, 2022.

Biography

Runte served in the United States Army. He earned a bachelor’s degree in Math and Chemistry master's degree in nuclear engineering from Pennsylvania State University in 1976.^[2][3]