I’m Gary Runnells. I am running to represent Maine House District 16 because I believe Maine is on the wrong track. As an Independent, I’m not here to play party politics. I’m here to fight for all the people of our district, not the special interests that too often pull the strings in Augusta. I’m a small business owner who knows firsthand the challenges of making ends meet under heavy taxes and stifling regulations. As a father of two sons, I’m driven to secure a future where they can thrive in a state that rewards hard work, not bureaucracy. My mission is to bring real results to Augusta: cutting wasteful spending, lowering taxes, and reducing the red tape that holds back our families and businesses. I stand for personal freedom, strong communities, and a government that serves us, not the other way around. Maine’s future depends on leaders who put principles over partisanship, and I pledge to be that voice for District 16.