Compare the Candidates
Biographical Profiles and Positions on the Issues

November 3, 2026 Maryland General Election

Candidates for House of Delegates District 31, Maryland

Joan Barone Cole - D

►Websitewww.joancole4md.com/

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Heidi Buchanan Schmidt - D

►Websitewww.voteheidischmidt.com/

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LaToya Marie Caldwell-Nkongolo - R

►Websitewww.latoya4maryland.com/

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Brian A. Chisholm - R

►Websitechisholmformaryland.com

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Mike Jacobs - R

►Websitewww.electmikejacobs.com/

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Ryan Kelly Shaban - D

►Websiteryanshaban.com/

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Biographical

General Philosophy

Personal and Family

Professional Experience

Civic Involvement

Political Experience

Religious Affiliation

Accomplishments and Awards

Educational Background

Military Service

Reasons & Objectives

Why I Am Running for Public Office

Goals If Elected

Achievements If Elected

Areas to Concentrate On

On Entering Public Service

Other Candidates

Jobs, Economy, Trade, Business, Industry & Agriculture

Economy

Small Businesses

Infrastructure

Affordability Crisis

Education & Schools

Education

Courts, Laws & Justice

Criminal Justice System, Reform & Disparity

Energy

Infrastructure & Transportation

Infrastructure