Virginia Democrats Sweep Legislative Elections
OAN’s James Meyers
12:47 PM – Wednesday, November 8, 2023
Virginia Democrats dealt a major blow to Governor Glenn Youngkin’s hope for a GOP trifecta.
Democrats in the “Old Dominion” swept Tuesday’s elections, taking full control of the General Assembly after two years. They took control of 51 seats in the House of Delegates, which was enough to give them a majority in the 100-seat chamber.
This comes after Youngkin (R-Va.) eagerly hit the campaign trail, exerting energy, funds, and political capital to try and secure the GOP trifecta.
“It’s official: there will be absolutely no abortion ban legislation sent to Glenn Youngkin’s desk for the duration of his term in office, period, as we have thwarted MAGA Republicans’ attempt to take total control of our government and our bodies,” Virginia Senate Democratic Caucus Chair Mamie Locke said in a statement referencing Donald Trump’s “Make America Great Again” slogan.
Virginia was one of four states to hold election races this year.
Experts now believe after the Democrat election wins on Tuesday that this could help shape the Democrat party for the 2024 elections as they are expected to prioritize abortion rights in their campaigns.
“This is a huge sign of Democrats’ continued momentum heading into 2024. With so much on the line, voters showed up at the ballot box and sent the GOP a stark warning — betting big on the MAGA agenda doesn’t fly with everyday Americans, and it will cost them once again in 2024,” Democratic National Committee Chair Jaime Harrison said of Virginia’s results in a statement.
Youngkin also mentioned how he would be able to work with Democrats by collaborating to “get things done” in the state of Virginia.
“I think there’s always a place for common sense, and we’ve been able to get things done” during the past two years of divided government, Youngkin said, before pivoting to a criticism of Democrats as lacking a vision for the future and being “the party of fear.”
When it came to abortion, Virginia GOP candidates in the most competitive swing districts campaigned on Youngkin’s proposed 15-week abortion ban, with exceptions for rape, incest, and if a birth threatens a mothers’ own life.
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How will Governor Youngkin’s optimism about working with Democrats be affected by the Democrats’ full control of the General Assembly and their emphasis on abortion rights
Failure to pass any abortion ban legislation during his term. They argued that a Republican trifecta would have allowed for stricter abortion laws in Virginia. However, with Democrats now in control of the General Assembly, it is unlikely that any such legislation will be passed.
The impact of these election results goes beyond just Virginia. Experts believe that the Democrats’ focus on abortion rights in their campaigns and their success in Virginia could shape the party’s agenda for the 2024 elections. With abortion rights being a key issue for many voters, the Democrats’ emphasis on this issue could rally their base and attract support from undecided voters.
Democratic National Committee Chair Jaime Harrison highlighted the significance of Virginia’s election results, stating that it is a clear indication of the continued momentum of the Democrats heading into 2024. He also noted that the results serve as a warning to the GOP, showing that betting on the MAGA agenda does not resonate with everyday Americans and could cost them again in the next election.
Governor Youngkin, on the other hand, remains optimistic about his ability to work with Democrats. He expressed his belief in the importance of common sense and his track record of getting things done during the past two years of divided government. However, he also criticized the Democrats for lacking a vision for the future and being the “party of fear.”
Overall, the Democrats’ sweep in the Virginia elections has dashed Governor Youngkin’s hope for a GOP trifecta and has given them full control of the General Assembly. This victory not only has consequences for Virginia’s abortion policies but also has broader implications for the Democratic Party’s agenda leading up to the 2024 elections. The results serve as a warning to the GOP and highlight the importance of addressing key issues, such as abortion rights, to appeal to voters. It remains to be seen how these election results will shape the political landscape in the coming years.
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