Keith Freedman
Democratic candidate for U.S. House in California
Keith Freedman
Democratic candidate for U.S. House in California
CA-11 primary: first place
$94.3K
JUN 6, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Live Odds — CA-11 primary: first place
Current prediction-market probability for the candidate, updated as market prices change.
1%chance to win
$94.3KJUN 6, 2026Candidate Overview
Key details about the candidate’s background, party, office sought and current campaign.
Current roleSmall business owner
PartyDemocratic
Political ideologyProgressive Democrat
LocationCalifornia
BackgroundSmall business owner
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EducationColorado State University — M.S., Computer Science (1994)
Notable personal detailsKeith Freedman is a small business owner and technology professional who was a candidate for U.S. House of Representatives in California’s 11th Congressional District in the June 2, 2026 primary election. He has worked as owner of HostWell, Inc. and president of FreeForm Technologies, L.L.C., and previously taught at City College of San Francisco. His education includes a master’s degree in computer science from Colorado State University and a bachelor’s degree in computer science/information systems from Fort Lewis College.
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Political Positions
Economy & Taxes
Supports reducing burdens on businesses and improving government efficiency to restore revenue, endorses targeted budget cuts where necessary rather than broad austerity, and favors policies that increase economic activity (e.g., more housing to generate tax revenue).
Healthcare
Supports providing physical and mental health services as part of city programs for people experiencing homelessness and endorses public-health alternatives (non-police responses) for those in mental health or substance-use crises.
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Immigration & Border
The candidate supports stronger enforcement against immigrants who commit crimes and expressed opposition to protecting criminal conduct under sanctuary policies; he has endorsed deportations for drug dealers. His public statements emphasize law enforcement and cooperation with federal authorities in deporting individuals involved in drug trafficking.
Abortion & Reproductive Rights
The candidate supports access to reproductive health services provided by the Department of Public Health but indicated favoring parental notification/consent requirements for minors seeking abortions while also saying parents should not be able to force a child to continue a pregnancy. The candidate showed support for local protections for reproductive rights (e.g., backing Proposition O protections) in local endorsements.
Latest News
Keith Freedman is in the news because he is a candidate in California’s 11th Congressional District race, where Scott Wiener finished first in the June primary and is now the Democratic nominee. The race has also drawn attention because Connie Chan advanced to the general election after Nancy Pelosi endorsed her, while Saikat Chakrabarti finished well behind after a costly campaign. Recent coverage has focused on the crowded Democratic contest and the intraparty fight over who will represent the district.
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