The media reported that Virginia would be a big test for abortion politics but went silent about the results when Democrats failed.
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Democratic nominee for Virginia Governor Terry McAuliffe looks on as he addresses supporters during his election-night party and rally in McLean, Va., November 2, 2021.
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In his losing gubernatorial campaign, Democratic candidate Terry McAuliffe ran hard on the issue of abortion, hammering Republican candidate Glenn Youngkin in speeches, debates, and TV ads.
“Abortion, schools take center stage in Virginia governor’s election ad wars,” CNBC reported on October 22. “Three of McAuliffe’s most expensive ads,” CNBC reported, “have attacked Youngkin for his abortion stance.”
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John McCormack is a former Washington correspondent for National Review and was a fellow at the National Review Institute.
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In his losing gubernatorial campaign, Democratic candidate Terry McAuliffe ran hard on the issue of abortion, hammering Republican candidate Glenn Youngkin in speeches, debates, and TV ads.
“Abortion, schools take center stage in Virginia governor’s election ad wars,” CNBC reported on October 22. “Three of McAuliffe’s most expensive ads,” CNBC reported, “have attacked Youngkin for his abortion stance.”
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About the Author
John McCormack is a former Washington correspondent for National Review and was a fellow at the National Review Institute.
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