Elldwnia English
Democratic candidate for U.S. House in Maryland
MD-05 Democratic nominee?
$45.0K
JUN 24, 2026Primary Election
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Live Odds — MD-05 Democratic nominee?
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0.1%chance to win
$45.0KJUN 24, 2026Candidate Overview
Key details about the candidate’s background, party, office sought and current campaign.
Current roleHuman resources information systems specialist
PartyDemocratic
Political ideologyDemocratic Socialist
GenderFemale
LocationMaryland
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BackgroundHuman resources information systems specialist
EducationMBA, Colorado Technical University (2024)
Notable personal detailsElldwnia English ran as a Democratic candidate for U.S. House in Maryland’s 5th Congressional District in the 2026 election cycle. Her professional background includes work as a human resources information systems specialist, with additional experience in management and research roles. She has earned degrees from the University of Arizona and graduate degrees from Colorado Technical University and the University of Arizona.
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Political Positions
Economy & Taxes
Supports progressive tax restructuring targeting the highest incomes, closing corporate tax loopholes, and new taxes such as financial-transaction levies to fund expanded public programs (universal healthcare, tuition-free public college, expanded social spending). Advocates corporate accountability and redirecting revenue from wealth/concentration toward public goods and social programs.
Healthcare
Supports making healthcare more affordable, increasing access to care, and fully funding veterans’ healthcare and mental health services. Emphasizes lowering costs for families and improving VA services and mental health resources. No evidence found of support for Medicare-for-All or full privatization proposals.
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Abortion & Reproductive Rights
Supports reproductive healthcare access and states that healthcare decisions should be made by patients and doctors rather than politicians. Positions are presented as part of a broader platform supporting maternal health equity and reproductive healthcare access.
Climate & Energy
Supports federal and state clean energy incentives and job creation in solar, wind, and battery technology and references using federal programs (e.g., Inflation Reduction Act) to fund clean energy projects. Also identifies climate and related agency programs among policy priorities.
Public Safety & Guns
Supports gun violence prevention measures focused on stricter background checks and community-based intervention programs to address root causes of violence. Emphasizes supporting first responders and funding community safety initiatives rather than eliminating gun ownership rights entirely.
Latest News
Elldwnia English is in the news as a candidate in Maryland’s 5th Congressional District race, which has moved through a crowded Democratic primary and into the general election campaign. Recent coverage has focused on the district contest, including heavy campaign activity and outside spending, as well as the broader field of candidates competing to replace retiring Rep. Steny Hoyer. The reporting does not provide a clear result or any major new development specific to English beyond the ongoing race.
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