NY · Candidate
Christopher Schmidt
INDCandidate
On the ballot Nov 3, 2026: U.S. House · New York's 21st District
Biography
Christopher Schmidt is an independent write-in candidate for the open 21st District seat. In his Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey he says he would focus on local issues such as housing, healthcare access and employment, keep an independent approach to legislation, and incorporate residents' feedback into decision-making.[1]
Schmidt previously appeared in Ballotpedia's listings as a Libertarian candidate for the same seat in 2018, but he withdrew. In 2026 he declared as a write-in candidate for the November 3 general election; his Ballotpedia page contains no further biographical information.[1]
- 1.Christopher Schmidt (New York) · Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey · 2026-09-25 Candidate's own words
Researched from the cited sources on 2026-10-21.