Abigail Spanberger
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger became Virginia’s first female governor and has served three terms in the U.S. House.
Notable Quotes
"Tonight the president did what he always does. He lied, he scapegoated, and he distracted, and he offered no real solutions to our nation's pressing challenges, so many of which he is actively making worse."View Story →
"They’re making your life harder. They're making your life more expensive."View Story →
"Americans did not hear the truth from our president"View Story →
"Since the people of the Virginia Colony first gathered to take on the extraordinary task of governing themselves, Williamsburg has served as a testament to the power of ordinary citizens to shape the future of our nation, demand better from our government, and pursue a more perfect union for all."View Story →
"On Tuesday, I look forward to joining Virginians in this historic place to lay out the next chapter of our story—a clear vision for a stronger, safer, and more affordable future for every American who calls our nation home."View Story →
"In the most innovative and exceptional nation in the history of the world, Americans deserve to know that their leaders are focused on addressing the problems that keep them up at night."View Story →
"So I’ll ask again: Is the president working for you? We all know the answer is no."View Story →
"We are at a defining moment in our nation’s history. Virginians and Americans across the country are contending with rising costs, chaos in their communities, and a real fear of what each day might bring. Next week, I look forward to laying out what these Americans expect and deserve—leaders who are working hard to deliver for them."View Story →
"Is the President working to make life more affordable for you and your family?"View Story →
"He’s enriching himself, his family and his friends."View Story →
"Democrats across the country are laser-focused on affordability in our nation's capital and in state capitals and communities across America."View Story →
"Virginians have the opportunity to take action in response to this extraordinary moment in history."View Story →
"At this extraordinary moment, I urge all Virginians to join me in voting yes by April 21."View Story →
"Many people like myself supported and continue to support a bipartisan redistricting commission, but recognize that at this moment in time, the need to take a responsive posture toward what we’re seeing from the Trump administration and the state legislatures, not people, legislatures that are willing to oblige him."View Story →
"I understand the urgency of winning congressional seats as a check on this President."View Story →
"Voters pushed back against a President who claims he is 'entitled' to more Republican seats in Congress."View Story →
"I am disappointed by the Supreme Court of Virginia's ruling. But my focus as Governor will be on ensuring that all voters have the information necessary to make their voices heard this November in the midterm elections because in those elections we — the voters — will have the final say."View Story →
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