Shannon Ruiz Ross

Commissioner in Los Angeles County

I’m running for California State Assembly because I’ve lived the struggles so many families in our community face—and I’m ready to fight for the resources, respect, and representation we deserve.

As a young single mom, I was facing homelessness. I worked two jobs just to get by, and it was public services—childcare, food assistance, affordable housing programs—that gave me and my children a shot at stability. That experience shaped everything I’ve done since. I know what it’s like to fall through the cracks, and I’ve spent my life making sure others don’t have to. Whether it’s serving on my neighborhood council and organizing community clean-ups on the California Coastal Commission, I’ve always stepped up to serve because this community raised me—and I’ll never stop fighting for it.

I’m running because I believe working people deserve leaders who understand their struggles firsthand—leaders who come from the community, not just talk about it. In Sacramento, I’ll fight to protect good union jobs, expand access to housing and healthcare, and make sure our coastline and public spaces are protected for everyone—not just the wealthy few.

This isn’t just a campaign. It’s a continuation of a lifelong commitment to serve—and to make sure no one in our community ever feels like they’re on their own.

What Makes Shannon Ross a Viable Candidate?

  • Deep Roots and Unmatched Community Ties

    Born in Harbor City and raised in the South Bay, Shannon has generational ties to the district. She has built trusted relationships with community members and local leaders over decades—not just in election years.

  • Proven Public Servant with Broad Local Involvement

    Shannon has served on her neighborhood council, the Park Advisory Board, and the Coastal Neighborhood Council—one of the state’s most influential bodies on environmental and public access issues. She brings hands-on policy experience that others in the race simply don’t.

  • Endorsed by the Community—Built from the Ground Up

    Shannon’s campaign is fueled by grassroots support, not political insiders or corporate money. She’s earned the trust of local organizations, union families, and neighborhood leaders because she’s been on the ground, doing the work, long before launching this campaign.

  • A Campaign Reflecting the New Needs of the District

    District 66 has changed—demographically, economically, and politically. Voters are demanding real, lived leadership that reflects the diversity and values of the district. Shannon represents the emerging coalition of working-class families, environmental stewards, renters, small business owners, and union members.

  • A Candidate Who Has Experienced Issues Firsthand

    Shannon doesn’t need to be briefed on what it’s like to struggle with housing, childcare, healthcare, or access to good jobs—she’s lived it. That direct experience makes her the most trusted and authentic voice to deliver for this community in Sacramento.

  • A Woman Who's Fought—and Won—for Her Community

    In a crowded field, Shannon stands out not just as a woman candidate, but as a proven fighter who has turned personal hardship into lifelong advocacy. She knows how to navigate complex systems and bring people together to get things done.

  • Uniquely Positioned to Win—and Lead

    With strong grassroots momentum, a deep bench of local support, and a record of real community impact, Shannon is the only candidate who can unite the district’s diverse communities and win—not just the seat, but real change for working families.