Moshe Landman

Moshe Landman was born in Washington, D.C. He earned a high school diploma from the Hebrew Academy of Greater Washington. He earned a bachelor's degree from Yeshiva University in 2000, a graduate degree from George Mason University in 2003, and a J.D. from Georgetown University Law Center in 2006. His career experience includes founding Landman Law, Maryland Metal, and Maryland Medicinals and working as an attorney, commercial mortgage broker, and artificial intelligence consultant. He has been affiliated with the Green Party.[1][2][3][4][5]

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Moshe Landman is a Green Party candidate for the U.S. Congress, running in Maryland's 6th Congressional District in 2026.

A Maryland native, he holds a B.A. from Yeshiva University, an M.B.A. from George Mason University, and a J.D. from Georgetown University Law Center. He is a licensed attorney (NY State Bar) and has experience in law, finance, and real estate. Landman is the founder of Landman Law, Maryland Metal (a precious metal dealer), and Maryland Medicinals (a holistic wellness company).

Inspired by his mother’s environmental activism, his platform focuses on:

Achieving net-zero GHG emissions and preserving natural resources.

Implementing a universal healthcare system.

Significantly cutting military spending.

Moving towards 100% employment and creating a fair tax system.

He previously ran for the Maryland State Senate in 2022 and Congress in 2024. His campaign is driven by a strong sense of service to improve the lives of Maryland residents and promote fiscal and environmental responsibilit

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

Net-Zero & Natural Preservation. I will lead the fight against the climate crisis by committing to net-zero greenhouse gas emissions, cleaning our polluted mines and brownfields, and preserving 30% of our lands and oceans. Inspired by a lifetime of environmental advocacy, I will implement regenerative agriculture and champion the Green New Deal to ensure a sustainable future for Maryland and the nation.Universal Healthcare & End Homelessness. I advocate for implementing a universal healthcare system that will save both over 100,000 lives and $500 billion annually. Furthermore, I am committed to achieving 100% employment and ending homelessness in America. My campaign is driven by a passion to solve personal and communal injustices, ensuring a better quality of life for all residents.Fiscal Sanity & Fair Economy. America's $38 trillion debt is unsustainable. I will implement true fiscal responsibility by significantly cutting excessive military spending ($850B+), creating a fair tax system to rebuild the middle class, and turning massive annual deficits into large surpluses. This plan will bring the national debt down to a healthy level and ensure long-term economic stability.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

My strongest passions are Environmental Justice and Sustainability. Inspired by my mother's activism and my studies in environmental law, I am dedicated to implementing the Green New Deal, achieving net-zero emissions, cleaning polluted areas, and preserving 30% of our lands and oceans for nature.

I am also deeply committed to Social and Economic Justice, fighting for Universal Healthcare that saves lives and money, and creating a fair economy that ends homelessness, ensures 100% employment, and maintains fiscal responsibility by significantly cutting excessive military spending and reducing the national debt.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

I look up to and seek to follow the example of individuals who demonstrate extraordinary moral courage, ethical clarity, and dedication to the long-term well-being of the planet and its most vulnerable populations.

Specifically, I admire great environmentalists and scientists who sacrifice personal gain to advocate for the truth and safeguard the planet for future generations, whose foresight fuels my commitment to achieving Net-Zero Emissions. I also look up to historical and contemporary social justice advocates who champion the rights of the poor and marginalized, driving my conviction that we must implement Universal Healthcare and end homelessness. Finally, I strive to emulate principled political reformers who prioritize fiscal honesty and public service over special interests, providing the model for my platform of achieving fiscal sanity and eliminating wasteful government spending.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

The most important characteristics and principles for an elected official revolve around ethics, competence, and service to the public good.

Three core principles are paramount:

Integrity and Accountability: An official must have a strong moral compass, adhere to high ethical standards, and place public service above private gain. This includes transparency in decision-making and being fully accountable to the constituents they represent.

Competence and Judgment: Effective officials must possess a clear understanding of the issues, the ability to be a critical thinker, and the capacity to make sound, informed decisions with a long-term vision. This also includes financial acumen and knowledge of the law.

Servant Leadership and Collaboration: The role requires an official to be accessible, listen carefully to diverse perspectives, and work collaboratively to find principled compromises. They must act solely in the public interest and demonstrate the dedication and drive necessary to move the community forward.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

The core responsibilities of someone elected to the U.S. House of Representatives are multifaceted, but they can be broken down into three essential pillars that ensure our democracy functions:

Legislation and Oversight: The primary duty is to create, debate, and vote on federal laws and control the nation’s purse through taxation and spending decisions (appropriations). For me, this means championing bills to achieve Universal Healthcare and Net-Zero Emissions, and exercising rigorous oversight to ensure the Executive Branch administers the laws with efficiency and integrity, especially in fiscal matters.

Representation and Advocacy: This is the sacred duty to be the voice of the 6th Congressional District in Washington. I must actively solicit input from all constituents, advocate for the district's unique needs in the national arena, and fight for the principles—like fiscal sanity and environmental protection—that are vital for Maryland's future.

Constituent Service: The office must function as a responsive, effective resource for local residents. This means providing assistance to constituents navigating federal agencies (casework) and securing necessary federal resources and funding for local governments, organizations, and businesses within the district.

What legacy would you like to leave?

The legacy I would like to leave is one of transformative change in both our environmental stewardship and our commitment to social justice. I want to be remembered as the representative who helped secure a viable future for generations to come, ensuring Maryland and the nation achieved Net-Zero Greenhouse Gas Emissions and preserved 30% of our vital ecosystems. Simultaneously, I want my legacy to be anchored in the successful implementation of a Universal Healthcare System, the end of homelessness, and the establishment of true fiscal sanity in Washington, where massive deficits became surpluses. Ultimately, I aim to leave behind a more accountable government that operates under renewed ethical standards, proving that principled, focused leadership can solve the existential challenges of debt, poverty, and the climate crisis.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

I remember my grandfather, Jerry Landman, as a delegate in New York and close friend of Mario Cuomo. Jerry Landman was a leader in Brooklyn's Jewish community, focusing on labor rights and unions.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

I was a software developer at Carney Interactive in Old Town, Arlington, Virginia.

What qualities does the U.S. House of Representatives possess that makes it unique as an institution?

The U.S. House of Representatives possesses several unique qualities that define its role and function within the U.S. government. As the chamber designed to be closest to the people, its most distinguishing features are its size and short electoral cycle. With 435 voting members, the House ensures a smaller geographic district and a more direct link between constituents and their representative. The two-year term necessitates constant responsiveness to the immediate will of the public, making it the most politically sensitive body. Furthermore, the House holds the exclusive power to initiate all revenue bills and to impeach federal officials, reflecting its constitutional role as the originating authority for the nation's finances and the ultimate check on executive and judicial power. These qualities make it a dynamic, populist, and uniquely powerful institution focused on immediate public concerns.

Do you believe that it's beneficial for representatives to have previous experience in government or politics?

While previous experience in government or politics can be beneficial because it provides crucial institutional knowledge, an understanding of legislative processes, and established working networks, it is not mandatory and must be balanced against the need for fresh perspectives. Experience from roles like state legislator or staffer allows a representative to be immediately effective, but relying solely on insiders risks creating a careerist culture and detachment from everyday American life. I believe the most effective representation comes from a mix of experienced policy professionals and civic-minded outsiders, such as those with diverse backgrounds in law, business, and community activism, who can bring real-world urgency and innovative solutions to Washington.

What do you perceive to be the United States' greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade?

I perceive the United States' greatest challenges over the next decade to be a confluence of fiscal instability, the accelerating climate crisis, and a complex national security landscape.

Fiscal and Economic Instability: The nation faces an unsustainable $38 trillion national debt fueled by massive deficits and excessive spending. This structural crisis, coupled with persistent inflation, growing income inequality, and the strains on Social Security and Medicare due to an aging population, threatens to gradually erode our economic growth and living standards.

The Accelerating Climate Crisis: This is an existential threat requiring immediate, comprehensive action. The U.S. must transition rapidly to net-zero emissions, invest heavily in clean energy infrastructure, and address the intensifying risks of extreme weather events, which impact food security, physical infrastructure, and human health.

National Security and Governance: The rise of cyber threats to our critical infrastructure (power grid, healthcare, water systems) and the ongoing geopolitical competition with adversaries pose constant external risks. Internally, the high degree of political polarization and the erosion of public trust in democratic institutions represent a fundamental challenge to our ability to govern effectively and solve these pressing problems.

Do you believe that two years is the right term length for representatives?

I believe the two-year term length for U.S. Representatives has a powerful, necessary function, but it also creates significant drawbacks. The benefit of the short term is immediate accountability, forcing representatives to stay closely attuned to the public's immediate will and ensuring that the House remains the chamber closest to the people. However, the short term is also a major driver of Washington's dysfunction, as it forces members into a near-constant campaign cycle, prioritizing endless fundraising over dedicated governing and long-term policy work. This perpetual campaigning exacerbates the influence of special interests and detracts from the time needed to develop complex legislation, undermining the effectiveness and fiscal sanity I champion; therefore, while I respect the constitutional design, I believe exploring an extension to a three- or four-year term, perhaps coupled with term limits, would be a necessary reform to restore focus on governing.

What are your thoughts on term limits?

Term limits are a necessary and powerful reform to dismantle the culture of careerism and entrenched special interest influence in Washington.

I support term limits for Congress because they:

Restore Competition: They break the incumbency advantage, allowing new candidates with real-world experience to run and encouraging greater citizen participation.

Force Accountability: Knowing their time is limited, members would focus less on endless fundraising and more on creating effective, long-term policy solutions. This directly supports my goal of achieving fiscal sanity by cutting wasteful spending.

Reduce Corruption: They help sever the "revolving door" between Congress and lobbying firms.

While we must address the concern of losing institutional expertise, the benefits of injecting new perspectives and demanding greater accountability are essential for fixing our failed political system.

Is there a particular representative, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?

There is not one single representative, past or present, whom I model myself after, but rather I seek to embody the best qualities found in the most effective and principled leaders, particularly those focused on fiscal and environmental responsibility. I would draw upon the courage and ethical clarity of figures who prioritized their conscience and the long-term health of the nation over political expediency. Furthermore, I would emulate legislators known for their fiscal discipline and meticulous attention to detail in budget matters, using their expertise to responsibly manage the nation's finances—a commitment central to my own platform of achieving fiscal sanity and cutting wasteful spending. Ultimately, the model I strive for is an official who combines integrity and accountability with deep policy competence and an unwavering commitment to the greater public good, particularly in addressing existential threats like the climate crisis.

Both sitting representatives and candidates for office hear many personal stories from the residents of their district. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching, memorable, or impactful?

While my campaign website does not publicly detail one single, specific personal story, the most impactful stories I consistently hear from the residents of the 6th District revolve around the crushing burden of healthcare costs and the personal tragedy of economic insecurity. These are the accounts of hardworking families being financially ruined by a single unexpected illness, or individuals being left behind by an economic system that tolerates high rates of poverty and homelessness, which confirms my resolve to implement a Universal Healthcare System and a fair economy that achieves 100% employment. Equally memorable are the stories of environmental degradation affecting the lives and health of our communities, which are the direct fuel for my campaign’s top priority of achieving Net-Zero Emissions and protecting our state's natural resources.

Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking?

Compromise is absolutely necessary and desirable for effective policymaking in the United States, as the constitutional system of checks and balances is intentionally designed to force consensus among diverse interests and branches of government. It is the engine that prevents governmental gridlock, ensuring that final policy outcomes, whether on complex issues like achieving Net-Zero Emissions or implementing Universal Healthcare, are stable, broadly acceptable, and built upon the needs of a wider range of constituents rather than just a narrow, partisan majority. While compromise requires sacrificing some ideal positions, it is vital for achieving durable legislation, mitigating political extremes, and ensuring the timely passage of budgets and appropriations to maintain fiscal sanity and avoid government paralysis.

The Constitution says that all bills for raising revenue must originate in the House. What role would this power play in your priorities if elected?

The House's exclusive power to initiate all bills for raising revenue—the power of the purse—is the most critical tool for implementing my priorities and is the core mechanism of legislative control. If elected, I would use this power aggressively to directly advance my fiscal, environmental, and social goals. Specifically, this means initiating legislation to create a fairer tax system that rebuilds the middle class and generates the revenue necessary to turn massive deficits into surpluses, thereby achieving fiscal sanity and reducing the $38 trillion national debt. Furthermore, this revenue power would be vital to funding a Universal Healthcare System and supporting the massive public and private investment required to execute the Green New Deal and reach Net-Zero Emissions, ensuring that our national budget reflects our environmental and social values rather than wasteful military spending.

How should the U.S. House use its investigative powers?

The U.S. House should use its investigative powers principally as a tool of legislative function and true oversight, not as a means for partisan political theater. The core constitutional purpose is two-fold: first, to inform legislation—gathering facts necessary to craft new, effective laws, such as investigating the pharmaceutical industry to design a Universal Healthcare System or studying pollution sources to achieve Net-Zero Emissions. Second, to conduct vigilant oversight of the Executive Branch to identify waste, fraud, and abuse; ensure agencies are complying with existing law; and hold officials accountable, which is essential for achieving the fiscal sanity I champion. Investigations must be fact-based, fair, and focused on issues within Congress's legal jurisdiction, avoiding the trap of "exposure for the sake of exposure" to restore public trust in the integrity of the process.

What role should the United States government have in the development or use of artificial intelligence?

The United States government must adopt a balanced, dual role in the development and use of artificial intelligence, prioritizing both innovation and accountability. First, the government must act as a strategic accelerator and investor, marshalling national resources, data, and supercomputing power—like through the recently announced Genesis Mission—to drive research and development, ensuring U.S. global dominance in this technology, which is a matter of national and economic security. Second, and critically, the government must be an effective regulator and safety guarantor, establishing a clear, unified federal standard to govern the technology. This is essential to prevent a chaotic patchwork of 50 state regulations that could stifle innovation, while simultaneously creating necessary guardrails to mitigate serious risks, protect consumers from algorithmic bias and fraud, safeguard American jobs, and ensure this transformative technology serves the public interest.

What legislation would you enact related to election administration in the United States?

My primary legislative focus on election administration would be to enact comprehensive Campaign Finance Reform to eliminate the corrosive influence of corporate money on politics, making Congress accountable to constituents rather than special interests. Furthermore, I would support legislation to strengthen voter access and fairness by implementing automatic voter registration, ensuring adequate funding for secure and transparent election systems nationwide, and ending the practice of partisan gerrymandering. Finally, to ensure every vote truly counts and to foster competitive elections that allow more than two parties to thrive—a cornerstone of Green Party values—I would advocate for the implementation of Ranked-Choice Voting (RCV) in federal elections, thereby increasing democratic representation and reducing political polarization.

U.S. House

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Moshe Landman is an attorney, real estate professional, and artificial intelligence consultant with public service experience.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

Repair the environment in our state and nation.Take care of the poor, sick, and those in need.Fix America's failing economic and financial systems.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Environment, Fiscal Responsibility, Healthcare, Food Security, Economy, Social Justice.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

There were many great American leaders, but most had so many flaws (such as holding slaves or being misogynistic). There are many leaders of the environmental movement such as Jill Stein that I admire.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

"Spiritual Authority and Temporal Power in the Indian Theory of Government" by Ananda K. Coomaraswamy

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Wisdom, patience, education, familiarity with American law, dedication to service, social justice, and concern for all Americans.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

Wisdom, understanding, justice, humility, and self-control.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Service to constituents, dedication to principles, evaluating all bills and laws, improving the lives of all in the state and nation, making America a better place to live.

What legacy would you like to leave?

A state and country with an improved environment, greater social justice, less debt, and more opportunity for all.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

I remember the big rally in D.C. called Freedom Sunday for Soviet Jewry on December 6, 1987 at age 10. In fact, I had the lucky ticket that day and won a trip to Israel. I gave it to my sister in exchange for playing ice hockey at the Wheaton Ice Rink!

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

I was an investment clerk at Friedman, Billings, and Ramsey in Roslyn, Virginia. It lasted a few summers during college.

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

Mahaba by Alikiba from Kenya

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

Balancing work and personal life.

What qualities does the U.S. House of Representatives possess that makes it unique as an institution?

The House is a more representative body that the U.S. Senate. Each State is divided into districts of fairly equal populations. Each Representative must focus on the needs and goals of his or her constituents.

Do you believe that it's beneficial for representatives to have previous experience in government or politics?

Yes.

What do you perceive to be the United States' greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade?

Social justice and ethnic equality, fiscal responsibility, the environment and climate change, healthcare, education, and the economy.

Do you believe that two years is the right term length for representatives?

Yes.

What are your thoughts on term limits?

Term limits are necessary for a democracy. We see what happens to countries like Russia when a leader can abuse power.

Is there a particular representative, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?

No. Our campaign brings novel ideas and a new way of governing.

Both sitting representatives and candidates for office hear many personal stories from the residents of their district. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching, memorable, or impactful?

There are too many stories to recount. A representative must stay focus on the bigger picture and goals rather than an individual story.

Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking?

Yes.

The Constitution says that all bills for raising revenue must originate in the House. What role would this power play in your priorities if elected?

This process gives the House an important role in the budget and fiscal responsibility of the U.S. Unfortunately, to date, we have abused that role and buried our nation in $34 trillion of debt.

How should the U.S. House use its investigative powers?

The U.S. House should be careful in using its investigative powers in appropriate cases.

What committees interest you?

Budget, Agriculture, Natural Resources, Appropriations.

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

America's national federal government and the State of Maryland must have complete financial transparency and government accountability.

U.S. Senate

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Moshe Landman grew up in Wheaton, Maryland. He is the son of Rabbi Emeritus Reuben Landman who served Congregation Har-Tzeon Agudath Achim in Silver Spring. He is a graduate of Georgetown Law and holds an MBA from George Mason University. He is a licensed attorney, owns Maryland Metal, and works as a commercial mortgage broker. He ran for Maryland State Senate against the Democratic Majority leader Nancy King in 2022.

Moshe feels comfortable in the Green Party due to his background in environmental law, his former appointment to the Montgomery County Forest Conservation Advisory Committee as a voting committee member, and love for Maryland's natural spaces.

He will advocate for the following policies:

- Clean and resurrect the Chesapeake Bay and its source waters.

- Reforest 30% of Maryland's land and conserve more natural spaces.

- Create a universal healthcare system.

- Promote regenerative agriculture, ethical animal farming, permaculture forestry, and greater produce variety.

- Move toward 100% employment with public-private partnerships.

- Move towards net zero greenhouse gas emission by transforming our energy industry using renewable sources.

- Reduce America's debt by running annual $1 trillion surpluses.

- Cut the US military budget by $500 billion annually and increase Peace Corp funding 100x.

- Revamp America's gun laws to prevent mass shootings nationwide.

- End homelessness in America.

- Make sure the top 10% of America's wealth holders pay the

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

We will implement a universal healthcare systemWe will clean the Chesapeake Bay and reforest 30% of Maryland's land.We will reduce America's debt by running annual $1 trillion surpluses

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

- The Environment

- Healthcare

- Employment

- Energy

- Fiscal Responsibility

- Gun Control and Prohibition

- Agriculture and animal farming

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

- Good Listener

- Desire to improve lives

- Educated

- Able to consider criticism.

- Hardworking

- I care about all people in my state.

What legacy would you like to leave?

A cleaner, more successful Maryland.

What do you perceive to be the United States' greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade?

- Climate Change

- Our rising debt

- Pollution

- Wealth inequality

- Poverty and homelessness

- Soil erosion and loss of rich forests and productive land.

- Fresh water scarcity

- Gun violence

- Racial and ethnic tensions.

What are your thoughts on term limits?

Term limits are very important.

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