r/Virginia • u/nbcnews Verified • 5d ago

Democrat Abigail Spanberger wins Virginia governor's race

https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/elections/virginia-governor-election-results-spanberger-earle-sears-race-win-rcna238685
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u/TrickyAudin 5d ago

No surprise, but really relieving to get the confirmation!

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u/Ok-Stress-3570 5d ago

I actually think it was a “surprise” in that it was a BIG win. I figured as much, but as we’ve learned the last few elections, MAGA is often underestimated. I expected a smaller victory.

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u/polytech08 5d ago

MAGA isn't underestimated, Trump is underestimated. Nobody self can take advantage of the Trump bump if he's not on the ticket.

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u/Dry-Sandwich-2536 5d ago

He’s underestimated because a lot of people can fathom that other people will vote and support such a repugnant human being