Deane Rykerson

Deane Rykerson is a Democratic candidate for the Maine State Senate, representing District 35, in the 2026 primary election. An architect by profession, he holds degrees from the Boston Architectural College and the Harvard Graduate School of Design. Rykerson previously served in the Maine House of Representatives from 2012 to 2020, representing Kittery, where he earned the nickname "Green Deane" for his environmental advocacy. He lives in Kittery Point, Maine, with his wife and has three grown children. Rykerson advocates for criminal justice reform, fair education funding, environmental protection, and workers' rights, including a livable wage. He believes Maine can lead in preserving human rights, driven by a sense of duty during what he calls a "perilous time for our democracy." He also serves as president of the Tide Mill Institute and is active in other community organizations.