Maryland State House District 7A: candidates

Current seat holder: Ryan Nawrocki (R), Kathy Szeliga (R) (2 seats).

Lydia Xinzhen Brown

Lydia Xinzhen Brown ( Democratic Party ) (also known as Ly Xīnzhèn) is running for election to the Maryland House of Delegates to represent District 7A . Brown advanced from the Democratic primary on June 23, 2026 . See also: Maryland House of Delegates elections, 2022

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“Instead, our opposition is demonizing neighbors and cutting programs for marginalized community members who are also under attack from national politicians. I know our interdependent communities are our strength. We keep each other safe. We care for each other. We thrive when we rise together.” (Campaign website (brownformaryland.com))

“Every day, I’m advocating for the people who are the hardest hit by bad policies and who have the most to lose when our leaders get it wrong. People in our district are dealing with absurdly high gas prices, lack of transportation, inadequate social services, overcrowded schools, and job insecurity.” (Campaign website (brownformaryland.com))

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Ryan Nawrocki

· Official legislative page

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“What’s Next Advance clean, efficient energy sources like nuclear energy. Advocate for the use of natural gas to meet our energy needs.” (Campaign website (ryannawrocki.com))

“Protect small businesses from organized retail theft and repeat property crime. Allow cooperation between federal agents and local law enforcement to keep the most violent offenders off our streets.” (Campaign website (ryannawrocki.com))

Kathy Szeliga

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“I have never been afraid to stand up and fight for the people of Maryland — and I am not about to start now.” (Campaign website (marylandkathy.com))