San Francisco, CA – Marie Hurabiell, a San Francisco nonprofit executive and political organizer, officially announced her candidacy for California’s 11th Congressional District, aiming to succeed outgoing Representative Nancy Pelosi. Hurabiell, who leads the advocacy group ConnectedSF, declared her intention to bring "pragmatic, common-sense Democratic leadership" to Washington, emphasizing a focus on safety, innovation, and affordability. Her campaign launch signals a new entrant in what is anticipated to be a competitive race for the long-held Democratic seat.
In an X post, Hurabiell outlined her motivation, stating, > "I didn’t plan to run for office this year — but San Francisco doesn’t need more ideological extremes. We need results and reform. I’m running to bring pragmatic, common-sense Democratic leadership to Washington — focused on safety, innovation, and affordability. I’ve stood up to failed policies before. I’ll do it again." This statement positions her as a moderate alternative in the district.
Hurabiell, 55, has a background as an attorney and held senior executive roles in media and technology before founding ConnectedSF in 2020, an organization focused on civic engagement and policy advocacy. She was a registered Republican until 2022 and was appointed by former President Donald Trump to the Presidio Trust Board of Directors in 2018. Her political evolution has led her to brand herself as a "common-sense Democrat," seeking to appeal to centrist and right-leaning voters in the traditionally progressive district.
The race for California’s 11th Congressional District is drawing significant attention following Pelosi's decision not to seek re-election. Hurabiell joins a field that includes other notable Democratic challengers, such as former tech executive Saikat Chakrabarti and State Senator Scott Wiener. Her campaign is expected to center on local quality-of-life concerns, including public safety, housing costs, and civic accountability, contrasting with what she describes as "ideological extremes."
