Dick Muri

Who is Dick Muri?

Richard "Dick" Muri is an American politician of the Republican Party. He is a member of the Washington House of Representatives, representing the 28th legislative district. Muri was appointed to the Washington State House of Representatives following State Representative Steve O'Ban's appointment to the Washington State Senate after State Senator Mike Carrell's death. From 2003 to 2012, he served as a Republican member of the Pierce County Council, representing the 6th District. In 2010, he ran as a Republican candidate for U.S. Congress in Washington's 9th congressional district against incumbent Democratic Congressman Adam Smith, eventually losing to Smith by nearly 10 points. In 2012, he again ran, this time in Washington's 10th congressional district against Denny Heck, losing by 17 points.

Muri, a Gulf War veteran, served 22 years in the United States Air Force. He and his wife are residents of Steilacoom, Washington.