Charles Kruger (politician)

Charles Kruger (born July 2, 1950) is an American politician, businessman, and former musician who served as a member of the Maine House of Representatives for the 48th district from 2008 to 2016.[1][2]

Charles Kruger
Member of the Maine House of Representatives
from the 48th district
In office
2008–2016
Succeeded bySara Gideon
Personal details
Born (1950-07-02) July 2, 1950
Morristown, New Jersey, U.S.
Political partyDemocratic
Children1
EducationNasson College (BA)

Early life and education

Kruger was born in Morristown, New Jersey. He attended boarding school in New Hope, Pennsylvania, where he became interested in music. After graduating from high school, he moved to New York City and performed as a member of several bands. He established his own band while attending Nasson College in Springvale, Maine, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in education.[3]

Career

After graduating from college, Kruger remained in Maine and began to work as a booking agent around New England. During his career, Kruger booked Chubby Checker, Dixie Chicks, Dwight Yoakam, Clint Black, and The Outlaws.[4][5] Kruger also organized the Maine Lobster Festival for 32 years. Before retiring from live performance in 1990, Kruger collaborated with Vaughn Meader and Tim Sample.[6]

Kruger became active in politics and raised funds for George J. Mitchell. Kruger was elected to the Maine House of Representatives in 2008 and served until 2016. A resident of Thomaston, he was succeeded in the House by Sara Gideon of Freeport.[7] The district numbers changed due to redistricting.

Personal life

Kruger is married to Linda Kruger, a former postal employee. They have one son.[8]

References
  1. "Charles Kruger". Ballotpedia. Retrieved 2020-08-02.
  2. "Maine State Representative Chuck Kruger of Thomaston, representing House District 92". Open Maine Politics. 2016-05-07. Retrieved 2020-08-02.
  3. "House District 48". Archive. Retrieved 2020-08-02.
  4. "For Kruger, a time to retire and reflect - By Beth A. Birmingham". knox.villagesoup.com. Retrieved 2020-08-02.
  5. Kruger, Charles 'Chuck' (2009-03-28). "Interview with Chuck Kruger by Mike Hastings". George J. Mitchell Oral History Project.
  6. "For Kruger, a time to retire and reflect - By Beth A. Birmingham". knox.villagesoup.com. Retrieved 2020-08-02.
  7. "Charles Kruger". Ballotpedia. Retrieved 2020-08-02.
  8. "Our Campaigns - Candidate - Charles B. Kruger". www.ourcampaigns.com. Retrieved 2020-08-02.
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