Spanberger Defends Abortion Ad Targeting Earle‑Sears
Virginia Democratic gubernatorial nominee Abigail Spanberger defended a new campaign ad that criticizes Republican Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle‑Sears’ record and views on abortion, saying voters should know Earle‑Sears’ stance as the state approaches its first gubernatorial election since Roe v. Wade. The ad labels Earle‑Sears a 'MAGA Republican' and accuses her of supporting a near‑total abortion ban with no exceptions for rape or incest; the article also cites Sen. Bernie Sanders’ recent warning (quoted from Kamala Harris’ memoir '107 Days') that focusing on abortion rather than economic issues can be politically risky.
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🔍 Key Facts
- Abigail Spanberger (Democratic nominee) publicly defended a campaign ad criticizing Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle‑Sears’ opposition to abortion.
- The ad characterizes Earle‑Sears as a 'MAGA Republican' who supports a 'near‑total ban' on abortion with 'no exceptions for rape or incest.'
- Article references Sen. Bernie Sanders’ admonition to Kamala Harris in Harris’ memoir '107 Days' to emphasize working‑class economic issues rather than highlighting abortion.