Abigail Spanberger, the Democratic gubernatorial candidate in Virginia, has released her first TV advertisement, which criticizes what she calls ‘political nonsense’ in public service. The ad highlights her background in law enforcement and counterterrorism at the CIA, emphasizing her commitment to reducing costs, improving schools, and focusing on practical governance. The ad also sets the stage for her campaign against Republican Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears in the November election.
Spanberger, a former U.S. House representative, underscores her experience in law enforcement and counterterrorism at the CIA, arguing that these roles required action over rhetoric. She pledges to lower costs, improve schools, and prioritize effective governance over partisan posturing. The ad directly targets her opponent, Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle, a Republican, as the November gubernatorial race approaches. Meanwhile, Earle-Sears’ campaign has already launched a counteroffensive, criticizing Spanberger’s past actions and questioning her credibility on immigration and ethics.