“I have had the privilege of knowing Mary for the past five years, and during that time, I have come to know her as someone who genuinely cares about people and the community around her.
Mary is thoughtful, generous, and incredibly driven. She has a sincere love for our city and our state, and that comes through in the way she talks about the people who live here and the things that matter to us. She takes the time to listen, understand, and show up.
Mary brings her true self to everything she does. She leads with compassion while also being someone who is determined and willing to work hard for the things she believes in.
After knowing Mary for five years, I can say that I have tremendous respect for the person she is. I am grateful to call her my friend, and I am proud to share my experience of knowing someone who cares so deeply about our community and the people in it.”
— Ani Hamilton (Teacher)
"With experience in management, Mary understands how to coordinate teams, solve complex problems, and make clear, thoughtful decisions. Her work in budgeting shows discipline, transparency, and a strong sense of responsibility...
Mary doesn't divide or categorize; she brings people together. She leads with integrity, empathy, and a steady determination to make life better for everyone in our community."
— Brian & Deanna Fero | Gilbert, AZ
“I knew I was going to support Mary when I heard Laurin Hendrix say:
“I’ve never had anybody call me and say 'can you build apartments... or condos next to my one acre lot... because we need more places for just AVERAGE workers to live that they can afford… I’ve had many many calls of… let’s put those [apartments] in Tucson and people can drive to Phoenix to come to work.’”
— Gilbert Chamber of Commerce Apr 30, 2026
How out-of-touch. As an "average worker” I've earned the right to live somewhere I can afford in this economy, even if that means condos or apartments.
As an Independent voter, I'm done with politicians whose campaign funds come directly from Corporate Health Insurers, like Laurin. Mary knows who she's working for, and that's the taxpayer. She’s done with an economy that only works for the wealthy. She's a fighter and I like it.”
— Nicole Kilborn
“I think it's great to have someone who lives right here in Cooley Station willing to step up and run to represent our district in the AZ House of Representatives. It is likely you've seen her on her daily morning walk (usually at a quick pace) but always willing to stop and chat about almost anything you might have on your mind.
I've known Mary several years and always found her open minded and willing to listen. It's been said by many wiser than me, "All politics is local".
It's great to have someone from our very own neighborhood step up and enter the fray, not just sitting around complaining. Good for her!
I'm proud to know and support, Mary Rose and hope others will set aside their party affiliation and consider our neighbor for the AZ State House.”
— Pete Dunan
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