Attendees listen as former President Obama joins former congresswoman and current Democratic gubernatorial candidate Abigail Spanberger at a rally on Nov. 1 at Chartway Arena in Norfolk.
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Several unexpected developments have injected excitement into what was expected to be a quiet Virginia political race.
The gubernatorial race in the commonwealth, a key indicator of voter sentiment post-presidential elections, has seen Democratic nominee Abigail Spanberger maintain a consistent lead over Republican nominee Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears.
While energy prices, housing affordability, and job prospects top the list of voters’ concerns, the campaign has expanded to cover issues ranging from political violence to redistricting.
Journalists from public media outlets across Virginia delve into each of these critical issues.
DOGE and the federal government shutdown
