Dayana Bergman

Dayana Bergman is a Democratic candidate for the Maryland House of Delegates, District 5, in the November 3, 2026 general election.[1][2] In a Ballotpedia survey, she described herself as a first-generation Cuban American immigrant whose background spans healthcare, behavioral health, public education and community advocacy.[3]

In a Ballotpedia survey, Dayana Bergman said her family came to the United States seeking asylum.[3] She said she owned and operated a medical diagnostic center, worked as a Registered Behavioral Technician supporting children and families, and served as a Spanish interpreter helping people navigate healthcare and education systems.[3] Bergman described herself as the spouse of a retired U.S. Army veteran and the mother of three sons.[3]

Bergman advanced from the Democratic primary on June 23, 2026.[1] She named accessibility (public transportation and healthcare access), affordability (housing, healthcare and transportation costs) and accountability (transparency and oversight) as her three key campaign messages, and said public education and quality healthcare providers are her top policy priorities.[3] Bergman listed endorsements from groups including CAIR Action, CASA in Action, Progressive Maryland and the Maryland State Education Association, as well as Rep. Johnny Olszewski, Comptroller Brooke Lierman and House Speaker Joseline A. Peña-Melnyk.[3]

Researched from the cited sources on 2026-10-21. Not yet independently fact-checked.