John Eder

John Eder is an American politician currently serving as a member of the Maine House of Representatives for District 136. Throughout his career, Eder has been a notable political figure, having previously served in the Maine House as the first Green Party member in the state legislature, where he successfully passed legislation protecting schoolchildren from hazardous chemicals. Over the years, he has been affiliated with the Green Independent, Democratic, and Republican parties. Beyond his legislative service, Eder has held a seat on the Portland Board of Education and served on the Cumberland County Charter Commission, consistently focusing on issues such as affordable housing, living wages, and constitutional rights.