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Izola Shaw is a lifelong Democrat running for County Council District 3—bringing bold, accountable leadership to Rockville, Gaithersburg, and all of Montgomery County.

As a current Rockville City Councilmember and a former federal employee for 20 years, Izola has always put people first—even when it meant standing up to those in power. When the Trump administration targeted federal workers, Izola responded by organizing her workplace to form a union.

She successfully fought to raise Montgomery County’s minimum wage, stood up for fairness and opportunity, and has always worked to make our community stronger. Izola is focused on ensuring our public schools succeed and building a future where everyone has a fair shot.

District 3 deserves real change and a leader with the heart and courage to deliver it. Stand with Izola Shaw—let’s build a Montgomery County where every family can thrive and every voice is valued.

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MEET IZOLA

What I’m Fighting For

Izola Shaw is committed to building a Montgomery County where every family can thrive.

  • Affordable homes, great schools, and dependable childcare for every family.

  • Safer, healthier neighborhoods where everyone feels they belong.

  • Reliable transit that connects us all to jobs, schools, and opportunities.

  • Good jobs, strong local businesses, and an economy that works for everyone.

  • Responsive county services that are quick, accessible, and put people’s needs first.

Together, we can create a Montgomery County where no one is left behind.

  • "Izola Shaw takes on the tough fights. For nearly ten years, she has fought alongside us —raising Montgomery County’s minimum wage, expanding voting rights, protecting renters, and pushing back against ICE in District 3. Izola stands up for our immigrant community and all working people. That’s why CASA in Action proudly supports Izola Shaw for County Council."

    —George Escobar, Executive Director, CASA in Action

  • “Izola Shaw represents the next generation of bold leaders Montgomery County needs—leaders who are grounded in our community and focused on real solutions for working families. I’m proud to endorse her because she’s committed to making our county more affordable and building a stronger future for everyone.”

    —Marc Elrich, Montgomery County Executive

  • “Zola Shaw is overqualified, competent, and compassionate. I just know that if she is elected to the County Council she is going to get in there and hit the ground running. She has a track record on the City Council of taking on the hard fights and always standing up for working people. That's why I’m so proud to endorse her.”

    —Will Jawndo, Montgomery County Councilmember, At-Large & Council Vice President

  • “I’m beyond thrilled to endorse Zola. She is somebody who has always put community first, somebody who is working with the community to know exactly what the community needs. This is the exact kind of person who we need desperately in seats of power, in places of leadership, especially right now.”

    —Kristin Mink, Montgomery County Councilmember, At-Large

  • “Having worked alongside Izola Shaw, I’ve seen her dedication to making housing truly affordable for working families in Montgomery County and throughout Maryland. Izola leads with heart and delivers real results—always keeping the needs of families front and center. I know she’ll work hard for you on the County Council!”

    —Ashanti Martinez, Maryland State Delegate

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