Endorsements

2022 ENDORSEMENTS - STAY TUNED FOR 2026!

Thank you to everyone who endorsed me in 2022. We will update this page as the 2026 campaign gets underway.

Elected Leaders

Fmr. County Executive Ike Leggett

Montgomery County

Throughout my extensive public service tenure, including twelve years as County Executive, I have worked with Marilyn on a host of important issues that directly impact our residents. Her unparalleled expertise and strong advocacy over the years are tremendous assets for our entire county, especially the people residing in District 2. Marilyn Balcombe is an exceptional leader with a proven record of accomplishments. I truly believe she is the right candidate for District 2.

County Council President Gabe Albornoz

County Councilmember Andrew Friedson

District 1

I am proud to support my friend Marilyn Balcombe for County Council in District 2. I’ve worked with Marilyn for many years and know how effectively she serves and supports our community. She is a tireless advocate for creating jobs and ensuring UpCounty representation, and will provide a commonsense voice we need on the County Council. Marilyn Balcombe is the best choice to build on the progress we’ve made these past few years to protect and preserve the Ag Reserve and ensure fair access to services for Western Montgomery County residents.

State Senator Nancy King

District 39

I fully support Marilyn Balcombe for County Council. She knows the Upcounty and has worked for over 20 years to build to a strong community. Marilyn is the best choice for this job.

State Senator Brian Feldman

District 15

I have worked with Marilyn Balcombe for over 15 years and am proud to endorse her for County Council in District 2. Marilyn is well known in the County for her hard work and dedication to our community. She is a great leader and we will be lucky to have her on the County Council.

State Senator Cheryl Kagan

District 17

Marilyn Balcombe will bring a thoughtful and independent voice to the County Council. Her experience as an advocate for small businesses and nonprofits will help strengthen our community. Marilyn is widely respected– not just in the Upcounty, but around the entire County. I enthusiastically endorse her candidacy.

Delegate Lily Qi

District 15

I can hardly think of anyone more prepared and qualified to serve on the county council than Marilyn Balcombe. Her deep commitment to Upcounty and her leadership on economic development is exactly what we need. I am proud to endorse her and will be excited to have her represent me in the new district.

Delegate Lesley Lopez

District 39

Marilyn has worked tirelessly over the past 25+ years to make Montgomery County and Maryland a better place. She will bring years of the experience and leadership to the council. Join me in supporting Marilyn to represent Montgomery County District 2!

Mayor Jud Ashman

City of Gaithersburg

Marilyn Balcombe is exactly the kind of leader our County needs. You won’t find someone who is smarter, more dedicated, or more steeped in experience on the matters that are most critical for this community. And I have good news: there’s room on this bandwagon! Please join me in supporting Marilyn Balcombe for County Council!

Councilmember Neil Harris

City of Gaithersburg

Marilyn will be a great councilmember – she is a hard worker, she is incredibly smart, she knows how to collaborate with all kinds of people, and she is running for the right reason – to make our county a better place for all of us.

Councilmember Jim McNulty

City of Gaithersburg

Fmr. County Councilmember Craig Rice

District 2

It has been my privilege to serve as the district councilmember for the Upcounty, an area encompassing a diverse population and unique rural and suburban needs that showcases the wonderful tapestry of our county. Marilyn Balcombe is an Upcounty asset who is a long-time champion of our communities as well as an advocate for economic development with our business sector. Her knowledge and experience in community outreach and implementing change will make her an effective leader as your next District 2 councilmember.

Fmr. County Councilmember Nancy Floreen

At Large

Marilyn has the exact skill set we need on the Council. It’s a tough job and not for the faint at heart. Marilyn has what it takes to move our County forward.

Fmr. County Councilmember Mike Knapp

District 2

Marilyn has been serving our community in every job that she has held for the past 25 years. She knows our strengths and weaknesses and will fight for what we need, but probably most important, she knows how to work within government to actually ensure these needs are met.