The ballot takes shape, as state officials certify a handful of third-party hopefuls for Nov. 3

While most attention was focused on the redistricting question and whether it would make the ballot, election officials this week were quietly certifying a handful of third-party candidates and putting their names on the ballot.

By: Pera Onal

Outlets: Maryland Matters

Published: September 5, 2026

Words: 1,204

Last Updated: 1 month, 2 weeks ago

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Sam Husseini’s name will appear on the Nov. 3 ballot as a Green Party candidate for Maryland’s 4th District seat in Congress, after state election officials certified his candidacy this week.

It wasn’t easy.

Like the handful of other third-party candidates whose candidacies were accepted Monday, Husseini had to overcome a “huge hurdle” to get on the general election ballot, that candidates in the two major parties don’t have to deal with. And he will …

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