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Mark Arness
DemocraticDemocratic PrimarySouthern MD ResidentSBE: Active• U.S. House of Representatives - Maryland District 5

Mark Arness

Prince Frederick, MarylandCandidate for U.S. House of Representatives, MD-05Committee: Arness for Congress
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June 23, 2026 Primary Election Contender (Historic Archive)

Received 617 votes (0.6%) in the Democratic Primary Election. This candidate is not active on the November 3, 2026 General Election ballot.

Democratic candidate for U.S. House of Representatives District 5 residing in Prince Frederick, Calvert County. Physician, flight surgeon, and retired military officer focused on healthcare reform, veteran benefits, and national defense modernization.

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  • Expanding universal healthcare access and lowering prescription drug costs nationwide
  • Supporting Southern Maryland military installations and defense research programs
  • Combating climate impacts on coastal and Chesapeake Bay communities

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