Youngkin made false claims that critical race theory – an analytic framework through which academics examine the ways that racial disparities are reproduced by the law – is rampant in the state’s education system (in fact it is not taught). McAuliffe’s all-out effort to portray Youngkin as an acolyte of Donald Trump proved less effective than the Republican’s laser-like focus on whipping up parents’ fear and anger about culture war issues in Virginia’s schools. Everybody’s entitled to a world-class education here in the commonwealth of Virginia and we are going to continue that fight tonight, and every day going forward.” We’ve got to make sure everyone gets quality, affordable healthcare here in the commonwealth of Virginia. “We’ve got to make sure we protect women’s right to choose here in the commonwealth of Virginia. “The fight continues,” said McAuliffe in a speech on Tuesday night, thanking his campaign staff for a hard-fought race, but stopping short of a concession. The battle in Virginia has been seen as a litmus test of Biden’s presidency one year after he won the White House, and it coincided with his agenda stalling in Congress and his approval rating sinking to 42%. We’re gonna press forward with a curriculum that includes listening to parents’ input.”Īs on the campaign trail, Youngkin did not utter the name “Trump”. In a nod to what became his defining campaign issue, the Republican said: “We are going to restore excellence in our schools … We are going to introduce choice in our public school system … Friends, we’re going to embrace our parents, not ignore them. Youngkin promised: “Together, we will change the trajectory of this commonwealth and, friends, we are going to start that transformation on day one. The 54-year-old political neophyte described it as “a defining moment” for millions of Virginians “sharing dreams and hopes”. “All righty, Virginia, we won this thing!” he exclaimed. The Republican took an early lead after polls closed that he maintained throughout the evening, while McAuliffe lagged in key counties that Biden swept in 2020.Ĭlenching his fists then clapping his hands, Youngkin addressed jubilant supporters in Chantilly just after 1am.
The AP called the race for Youngkin in the early hours of Wednesday morning.
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