Spanberger Stan
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Lifelong Virginian. Fan of public service. Obsessed with our future governor, Abigail Spanberger.
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Why am I such a fan of Abigail Spanberger? Because she embodies everything I love and respect in politicians.
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The best politicians are public servants. Spanberger did two hard and risky jobs for the Republic. She was federal law enforcement with USPIS, and she was a CIA officer overseas.
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The best politicians are public servants. Spanberger did two hard and risky jobs for the Republic. She was federal law enforcement with USPIS, and she was a CIA officer overseas.
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As we gather for Christmas, please join me in thanking those who make the holidays possible. Thank you to our servicemembers, National Guardsmen, law enforcement officers, first responders, and healthcare workers — who often sacrifice time with their own loved ones to keep us safe. 🇺🇸
December 24, 2025 at 9:07 PM
As we gather for Christmas, please join me in thanking those who make the holidays possible. Thank you to our servicemembers, National Guardsmen, law enforcement officers, first responders, and healthcare workers — who often sacrifice time with their own loved ones to keep us safe. 🇺🇸
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December 22, 2025 at 4:18 AM
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The relentless focus on affordability continues. She doesn't mention Trump or Washington once.
I also liked her nuanced answer on being a historic first, breaking the glass ceiling for women.
Looking forward to the companion piece on Monday, about her intel career.
www.vpm.org/npr-news/202...
I also liked her nuanced answer on being a historic first, breaking the glass ceiling for women.
Looking forward to the companion piece on Monday, about her intel career.
www.vpm.org/npr-news/202...
Gov.-elect Abigail Spanberger represents a series of Virginia firsts
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly talks to Spanberger about her priorities and being the first woman to lead the commonwealth.
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December 21, 2025 at 1:10 AM
The relentless focus on affordability continues. She doesn't mention Trump or Washington once.
I also liked her nuanced answer on being a historic first, breaking the glass ceiling for women.
Looking forward to the companion piece on Monday, about her intel career.
www.vpm.org/npr-news/202...
I also liked her nuanced answer on being a historic first, breaking the glass ceiling for women.
Looking forward to the companion piece on Monday, about her intel career.
www.vpm.org/npr-news/202...
Spanberger won an unprecedentedly large victory in a swing state. Zohran won big in a solid blue city.
But this whole idea that they had two distinct messages is wrong.
They both focused heavily on the biggest issue of the day: Affordability.
But this whole idea that they had two distinct messages is wrong.
They both focused heavily on the biggest issue of the day: Affordability.
Spanberger is nothing special and ran at a convenient time against a worse opponent. it’s backhanded nonsense to run this “there’s room for both” line when it’s *very* clear who ran the more significant and inspirational campaign and who represents the future of the party.
December 20, 2025 at 10:03 PM
Spanberger won an unprecedentedly large victory in a swing state. Zohran won big in a solid blue city.
But this whole idea that they had two distinct messages is wrong.
They both focused heavily on the biggest issue of the day: Affordability.
But this whole idea that they had two distinct messages is wrong.
They both focused heavily on the biggest issue of the day: Affordability.
It's refreshing to have someone focused on policies that will improve people's lives, instead of flashy stunts and culture war stuff.
Gov.-elect Abigail Spanberger on Thursday rolled out her “Affordable Virginia Agenda,” outlining a slate of legislative proposals aimed at lowering health care, energy and housing costs as lawmakers prepare for the upcoming General Assembly session.
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Spanberger makes affordability centerpiece of 2026 agenda as legislative session nears • Virginia Mercury
Less than a month before she takes the oath of office, Gov.-elect Abigail Spanberger on Thursday rolled out a comprehensive legislative blueprint she said will lower costs for Virginia families — from...
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December 18, 2025 at 11:53 PM
It's refreshing to have someone focused on policies that will improve people's lives, instead of flashy stunts and culture war stuff.
This makes sense given that they were both in the House class of 2018. That's often what it comes down to, not just ideology.
VA Governor-Elect Spanberger has endorsed Rep. Angie Craig in the MN Senate primary.
December 17, 2025 at 10:36 PM
This makes sense given that they were both in the House class of 2018. That's often what it comes down to, not just ideology.
Great pictures of Spanberger with the NoVA congressional delegation.
Today, I was honored to join my Virginia delegation colleagues for the Congressional statue dedication honoring Barbara Rose Johns.
Her courage and leadership helped expand opportunity for generations of students.
She will represent the Commonwealth proudly in the halls of Congress.
Her courage and leadership helped expand opportunity for generations of students.
She will represent the Commonwealth proudly in the halls of Congress.
December 17, 2025 at 9:46 AM
Great pictures of Spanberger with the NoVA congressional delegation.
Two absolute queens.
Most of the reasons I like Abigail so much, also apply to Elissa Slotkin.
Most of the reasons I like Abigail so much, also apply to Elissa Slotkin.
So good to catch up with Governor-elect @SpanbergerforVA today. We will get through this moment in our history with two things: engaged citizens and principled leaders. And Spanberger is one of those principled leaders ready to move the ball down the field.
December 16, 2025 at 9:54 PM
Two absolute queens.
Most of the reasons I like Abigail so much, also apply to Elissa Slotkin.
Most of the reasons I like Abigail so much, also apply to Elissa Slotkin.
Abigail's latest post on Instagram, wishing the National Guard a happy birthday. Officially 389 years old today.
I love this look... the dark blazer and the flag brooch. Usually she's wearing shades of blue, or her red and purple blazers.
I love this look... the dark blazer and the flag brooch. Usually she's wearing shades of blue, or her red and purple blazers.
December 13, 2025 at 4:49 PM
Abigail's latest post on Instagram, wishing the National Guard a happy birthday. Officially 389 years old today.
I love this look... the dark blazer and the flag brooch. Usually she's wearing shades of blue, or her red and purple blazers.
I love this look... the dark blazer and the flag brooch. Usually she's wearing shades of blue, or her red and purple blazers.
As a fan of pragmatism, liberalism, good governance, federal LE, the CIA, girl bosses, Virginia and elections, Spanberger really is a dream come true.
We're getting specials to replace Mundon King, Hashmi, and Michael Jones (running to replace Hashmi).
And the cabinet is less than half full.
We're getting specials to replace Mundon King, Hashmi, and Michael Jones (running to replace Hashmi).
And the cabinet is less than half full.
Delegate Candi King will serve in critical role of Secretary of Commonwealth in Spanberger administration
That means another special election!
Her Prince William County seat was Harris +35% so should be an easy hold
Virginia is for election lovers!
www.virginiascope.com/spanberger-t...
That means another special election!
Her Prince William County seat was Harris +35% so should be an easy hold
Virginia is for election lovers!
www.virginiascope.com/spanberger-t...
Spanberger taps Mundon King to be secretary of the commonwealth
Gov.-elect Abigail Spanberger has selected Del. Candi Mundon King, D-Prince William, to serve as the next secretary of the commonwealth.
www.virginiascope.com
December 10, 2025 at 8:56 PM
As a fan of pragmatism, liberalism, good governance, federal LE, the CIA, girl bosses, Virginia and elections, Spanberger really is a dream come true.
We're getting specials to replace Mundon King, Hashmi, and Michael Jones (running to replace Hashmi).
And the cabinet is less than half full.
We're getting specials to replace Mundon King, Hashmi, and Michael Jones (running to replace Hashmi).
And the cabinet is less than half full.
I am glad that, at least in Virginia, you had former Republican legislators who saw the threat posed by Trump and embraced the Dem tickets.
No half measures where they're criticizing both sides, just Full Send on Spanberger and voting blue.
No half measures where they're criticizing both sides, just Full Send on Spanberger and voting blue.
Good to see. Just a few more weeks and Virginia will have a MASSIVE upgrade in the Governor's Mansion, from Youngkin to Spanberger. Can't wait! bluevirginia.us/2025/12/mond... h/t @DavidIRamadan
December 2, 2025 at 5:05 PM
I am glad that, at least in Virginia, you had former Republican legislators who saw the threat posed by Trump and embraced the Dem tickets.
No half measures where they're criticizing both sides, just Full Send on Spanberger and voting blue.
No half measures where they're criticizing both sides, just Full Send on Spanberger and voting blue.
Here's a nice Abigail turning Thanksgiving stuffing into savory muffins for seven minutes.
Charming, enjoyable, and maybe even useful.
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Charming, enjoyable, and maybe even useful.
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Abigail Spanberger on Instagram: "Earlier this fall I joined @wavynews10 to share one of my favorite Thanksgiving recipes — stuffin’ muffins! They’re always a Spanberger family favorite.
Wishing ever...
Abigail Spanberger shares her family's favorite Thanksgiving stuffing muffins recipe, perfect for a stress-free Thanksgiving feast. Learn how to cook with the Hampton Roads Show and get the cooking ti...
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November 29, 2025 at 8:37 AM
Here's a nice Abigail turning Thanksgiving stuffing into savory muffins for seven minutes.
Charming, enjoyable, and maybe even useful.
www.instagram.com/reel/DRnhx_H...
Charming, enjoyable, and maybe even useful.
www.instagram.com/reel/DRnhx_H...
I truly think she has a servant's heart. Her whole life has been in public service.
My wife and I are the same way. We would never be satisfied spending our days selling products or fighting for market share or whatever.
My wife and I are the same way. We would never be satisfied spending our days selling products or fighting for market share or whatever.
Happy Thanksgiving, Virginia! 🦃
I was so grateful to spend yesterday with my family preparing Thanksgiving meals with The Giving Heart in Richmond.
From my family to yours, we’re wishing all Virginians a joyous, safe, and restful Thanksgiving.
I was so grateful to spend yesterday with my family preparing Thanksgiving meals with The Giving Heart in Richmond.
From my family to yours, we’re wishing all Virginians a joyous, safe, and restful Thanksgiving.
November 27, 2025 at 5:49 PM
I truly think she has a servant's heart. Her whole life has been in public service.
My wife and I are the same way. We would never be satisfied spending our days selling products or fighting for market share or whatever.
My wife and I are the same way. We would never be satisfied spending our days selling products or fighting for market share or whatever.
This clip is worth highlighting. I'm glad she spoke up about the outrageous comments towards Mark Kelly, Elissa Slotkin, and the rest.
Video: Gov.-Elect Spanberger Slams Trump For "Outrageous, Dangerous & Potentially Violent" Comments Attacking “Patriots” in Congress Who Stated What Is “not just obvious, but legally true,” that “if given an illegal order, you have an obligation not to follow it” bluevirginia.us/2025/11/vide...
November 27, 2025 at 7:47 AM
This clip is worth highlighting. I'm glad she spoke up about the outrageous comments towards Mark Kelly, Elissa Slotkin, and the rest.
Potentially an early fight with the administration after she gets sworn in.
But the universities are a huge asset for Virginia, so it's important we get all the boards figured out and free from Trump's interference.
But the universities are a huge asset for Virginia, so it's important we get all the boards figured out and free from Trump's interference.
Virginia Gov.-elect Abigail Spanberger (D) criticized the Trump administration and outgoing Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R) for interfering in public college and university policies and leadership, calling it a break from long-standing bipartisan practice.
Spanberger blasts Youngkin for politicizing Va. college boards, vows changes
In an interview with The Post, Virginia Gov.-elect Abigail Spanberger (D) suggested changes to how the state should oversee its colleges and universities.
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November 23, 2025 at 2:59 PM
Potentially an early fight with the administration after she gets sworn in.
But the universities are a huge asset for Virginia, so it's important we get all the boards figured out and free from Trump's interference.
But the universities are a huge asset for Virginia, so it's important we get all the boards figured out and free from Trump's interference.
I can't believe she's still traveling the state. I'm exhausted just reading about this.
She campaigned for almost 2 full years. If I were her I would not leave Greater Richmond until after the Inauguration.
She campaigned for almost 2 full years. If I were her I would not leave Greater Richmond until after the Inauguration.
I had a great time in Roanoke last night visiting some of our amazing campaign volunteers and staff! Every phone call made, door knocked, and dollar donated helped make our huge victory possible, and I am so thankful to everyone who played even a small role in our campaign.
November 23, 2025 at 3:48 AM
I can't believe she's still traveling the state. I'm exhausted just reading about this.
She campaigned for almost 2 full years. If I were her I would not leave Greater Richmond until after the Inauguration.
She campaigned for almost 2 full years. If I were her I would not leave Greater Richmond until after the Inauguration.
As with a lot of things in govt, it comes down to proper funding and managerial competence.
Perhaps it's less urgent than the headline-making political battles against the other party. It's certainly less interesting. But a true public servant will try to fix this stuff & these systems working.
Perhaps it's less urgent than the headline-making political battles against the other party. It's certainly less interesting. But a true public servant will try to fix this stuff & these systems working.
The union that represents correctional officers is blaming the recent death of a colleague on what they say are chronic short-staffing issues at the Virginia Department of Corrections.
Union blames correctional officer's death on decade of staffing shortages
The union that represents correctional officers is blaming the recent death of a colleague on what they say are chronic short-staffing issues at the Virginia Department of Corrections.
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November 20, 2025 at 1:12 PM
As with a lot of things in govt, it comes down to proper funding and managerial competence.
Perhaps it's less urgent than the headline-making political battles against the other party. It's certainly less interesting. But a true public servant will try to fix this stuff & these systems working.
Perhaps it's less urgent than the headline-making political battles against the other party. It's certainly less interesting. But a true public servant will try to fix this stuff & these systems working.
This guy's a bigger stan than me lol.
I'm sure Abigail is flattered but she knows how long it takes to campaign. She's not gonna dip out and move to Iowa halfway thru her single term.
I'm sure Abigail is flattered but she knows how long it takes to campaign. She's not gonna dip out and move to Iowa halfway thru her single term.
While Democrats whisper about avoiding another female nominee, @billkristolbulwark.bsky.social suggests the opposite: "I really wonder whether, you know, they shouldn't just nominate Spanberger and Sherrill ... They'll win 40 states."
November 19, 2025 at 8:09 PM
This guy's a bigger stan than me lol.
I'm sure Abigail is flattered but she knows how long it takes to campaign. She's not gonna dip out and move to Iowa halfway thru her single term.
I'm sure Abigail is flattered but she knows how long it takes to campaign. She's not gonna dip out and move to Iowa halfway thru her single term.
I can count the number of legislative Dems who endorsed Levar Stoney on one hand.
And when Levar dropped out, none of them stepped up to run or found someone else. The efforts to draft Bobby Scott were a farce.
It's as easy to lob criticism online, harder to get off the couch and run.
And when Levar dropped out, none of them stepped up to run or found someone else. The efforts to draft Bobby Scott were a farce.
It's as easy to lob criticism online, harder to get off the couch and run.
I don’t think Brian wanted Spanberger to be the dem nominee for gov in 2025. Neither did most of the real Dems in the Virginia legislature.
November 10, 2025 at 9:38 PM
I can count the number of legislative Dems who endorsed Levar Stoney on one hand.
And when Levar dropped out, none of them stepped up to run or found someone else. The efforts to draft Bobby Scott were a farce.
It's as easy to lob criticism online, harder to get off the couch and run.
And when Levar dropped out, none of them stepped up to run or found someone else. The efforts to draft Bobby Scott were a farce.
It's as easy to lob criticism online, harder to get off the couch and run.
1961 was the last Virginia gubernatorial election under the Byrd Machine, before the 24th amendment ended poll taxes.
In other words, Abigail has the biggest win for any Democrat running for governor, since black people could vote again.
Arguably the biggest win for any Dem in a free election.
In other words, Abigail has the biggest win for any Democrat running for governor, since black people could vote again.
Arguably the biggest win for any Dem in a free election.
Fun facts
Abigail Spanberger got biggest win for a Dem in Virginia Governor election since 1961
Ghazala Hashmi got biggest win for Dem in Virginia Lt. Governor election since 1965
Virginia Dems won most seats in Virginia House of Delegates since 1987
Abigail Spanberger got biggest win for a Dem in Virginia Governor election since 1961
Ghazala Hashmi got biggest win for Dem in Virginia Lt. Governor election since 1965
Virginia Dems won most seats in Virginia House of Delegates since 1987
November 5, 2025 at 10:27 PM
1961 was the last Virginia gubernatorial election under the Byrd Machine, before the 24th amendment ended poll taxes.
In other words, Abigail has the biggest win for any Democrat running for governor, since black people could vote again.
Arguably the biggest win for any Dem in a free election.
In other words, Abigail has the biggest win for any Democrat running for governor, since black people could vote again.
Arguably the biggest win for any Dem in a free election.
Sic Semper Tyrannis is the original No Kings.
November 5, 2025 at 1:38 AM
Sic Semper Tyrannis is the original No Kings.
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Stream finally started guys! They're straightening the "Governor elect" sign on the podium.
Stream finally started guys! They're straightening the "Governor elect" sign on the podium.
Election Night Watch Party with Abigail Spanberger in Richmond
YouTube video by Abigail Spanberger for Governor
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November 5, 2025 at 1:27 AM
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Stream finally started guys! They're straightening the "Governor elect" sign on the podium.
Stream finally started guys! They're straightening the "Governor elect" sign on the podium.
And now it's official, official. AP is slower on the draw than DDHQ, but they're news organization of record on this.
BREAKING: The Associated Press has called the Virginia governor’s race in Democrat Abigail Spanberger’s favor, as of 8:00 p.m.
More updates from Spanberger’s victory party coming soon. virginiamercury.com/2025/11/04/e...
More updates from Spanberger’s victory party coming soon. virginiamercury.com/2025/11/04/e...
November 5, 2025 at 1:16 AM
And now it's official, official. AP is slower on the draw than DDHQ, but they're news organization of record on this.
Twenty minutes after the polls closed. Amazing. History made.
They called it! Abigail Spanberger won the Virginia gubernatorial race!
November 5, 2025 at 12:35 AM
Twenty minutes after the polls closed. Amazing. History made.
Just saw this actually. Both of the campus precincts are going to exceed 2024 numbers. Falls Church City is at like, 85% of 2024 numbers. Alexandria City is up there.
It's going to be a great night for Abigail and the Commonwealth.
It's going to be a great night for Abigail and the Commonwealth.
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Chaz just now on his live YouTube. One of the voting sites in Blacksburg, VA (home of Virginia Tech) officially has more votes than 2024 Presidential.
I cannot stress how insane that is.
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Chaz just now on his live YouTube. One of the voting sites in Blacksburg, VA (home of Virginia Tech) officially has more votes than 2024 Presidential.
I cannot stress how insane that is.
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November 4, 2025 at 9:51 PM
Just saw this actually. Both of the campus precincts are going to exceed 2024 numbers. Falls Church City is at like, 85% of 2024 numbers. Alexandria City is up there.
It's going to be a great night for Abigail and the Commonwealth.
It's going to be a great night for Abigail and the Commonwealth.