Virginia Governor's Race
Winsome Earle-Sears is the only Republican nominee for governor in Virginia after her opponents failed to gather enough signatures. She has been praised for her advocacy for individual liberties, fighting against the fentanyl crisis, and championing education initiatives. She will be facing former U.S. Rep. Abigail Spanberger (D) in the upcoming election.
Key Points
- Winsome Earle-Sears is the first female Lieutenant Governor of Virginia, the first Black female elected statewide, and the first naturalized female elected to statewide office
- She is a United States Marine Corps veteran
Pros
- Winsome Earle-Sears has been a fierce advocate for individual liberties and putting money back into the pockets of Virginia families
- She has fought against the fentanyl crisis and championed education initiatives
- She has been an unwavering partner of Governor Glenn Youngkin in making Virginia safer and more prosperous
Cons
- Her opponent, Abigail Spanberger, has been criticized for voting against the Parents Bill of Rights