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Spanberger Leads Virginia Governor Race Amid Job Concerns

10/6/2025

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Abigail Spanberger (D-Va.) leads Winsome Earle-Sears by double digits in the Virginia governor race.
A Washington Post-Schar School poll shows Spanberger has strong support from independents.
Concerns about Virginia's job market are cited as a factor in Spanberger's support.
Races for lieutenant governor and attorney general are more competitive; Democratic nominees are seen as more left-leaning, reducing swing voters' support.

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Abigail Spanberger (D-Va.) leads Winsome Earle-Sears by double digits in the Virginia governor race.
A Washington Post-Schar School poll shows Spanberger has strong support from independents.
Concerns about Virginia's job market are cited as a factor in Spanberger's support.
Races for lieutenant governor and attorney general are more competitive; Democratic nominees are seen as more left-leaning, reducing swing voters' support.