Democrat Abigail Spanberger to quit Congress and run for Virginia governor In announcement, congresswoman cites rightwing threats to reproductive rights and efforts to clamp down on public schooling The Guardian - US · Nov 13, 2023
Spanberger running for Virginia governor instead of another House term - Roll Call Democratic Rep. Abigail Spanberger will not defend her House seat next year as she gears up to run for governor of Virginia in 2025. Roll Call · Nov 13, 2023
Abortion rights victories show this issue is unlikely to fade in 2024 elections − 3 things to know Abortion rights advocates won major victories in several state elections on Nov. 7, 2023, signaling that abortion laws are likely to continue to play an important role in the 2024 elections. The Conversation · Nov 9, 2023
It's time to cancel Trump's reality show The threat of growing war leaves Trump looking so very small Salon · Nov 9, 2023
As national political omens go, Republicans sought middle ground on abortion in Virginia − and still lost the state legislature The election results in Virginia offer Republicans across the country one key lesson before the 2024 presidential election: Revise the GOP position on the critical issue of abortion. The Conversation · Nov 9, 2023
Democrats — and abortion rights — dominated the 2023 elections. Here are 5 takeaways Voters mobilized for abortion rights, from approving an amendment in Ohio to reelecting Kentucky's Democratic governor. Plus, Black candidates made history in Rhode Island and Philadelphia. WEKU · Nov 8, 2023
Republicans still don’t get it: Most Americans support abortion rights It’s especially difficult to “soften” messaging when Republicans have been suggesting barbaric, regressive and punitive ideas like jailing — and even killing! — women who have abortions. Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 8, 2023
‘Oversold’ parents’ rights issues failed Republican candidates in Virginia The off-year statewide elections, in which Democrats gained control of legislature, could spell trouble for GOP in 2024 The Guardian - US · Nov 8, 2023
Real people, real votes boost Biden’s hopes on night of Democratic wins Election victories in Virginia and Kentucky and an abortion vote in Ohio give welcome boost to president after bruising opinion polls The Guardian - US · Nov 8, 2023
What off-year election wins mean for Democrats and Biden heading into 2024 Analysis: The election results were largely favourable to Democrats, with the exception of Mississippi The Independent UK · Nov 8, 2023
The GOP can't fool voters on abortion In Ohio, Kentucky, and Virginia, polls showed Americans will turn out to protect reproductive rights Salon · Nov 8, 2023
2023 Election Day results: Democrats win big on abortion and marijuana One year out from the 2024 presidential election, off-year ballots revealed the key priorities for Americans The Independent UK · Nov 8, 2023
Democrats see big wins in local elections, look to 2024 - Roll Call Abortion rights fueled Democratic wins in key states this week despite the sagging poll numbers of President Joe Biden. Roll Call · Nov 8, 2023
Ohioans vote to codify abortion rights - Roll Call Since the Dobbs decision, three states have codified abortion rights, while efforts to restrict abortion were defeated in three others states. Roll Call · Nov 8, 2023
Al Jazeera · Nov 8, 2023 Ohio leads as abortion rights drive string of victories in US elections Pro-abortion rights candidates and legislation have won in Ohio, Kentucky, Virginia and Pennsylvania.
The Independent UK · Nov 8, 2023 Democratic wins in Virginia point to defeat for Youngkin abortion plans Republican governor will see much of legislative agenda, including abortion ban, blocked by Democrats
WEKU · Nov 8, 2023 Virginia Democrats win full control of the state legislature, AP reports Democrats consolidated their power in the state legislature and will act as a counterweight to Gov. Glenn Youngkin's policy agenda.
WEKU · Nov 8, 2023 Virginia's governor declares a state of emergency over wildfires The governor's office singled out two wildfires of particular concern: The Quaker Run Fire, near and inside Shenandoah National Park; and the Tuggles Gap Fire, in southern Virginia's Patrick County.
The Guardian - US · Nov 7, 2023 Democrats gain control of Virginia state legislature in blow to Republican plans In a rebuke to Glenn Youngkin, the governor, voters rejected stricter abortion limits and conservative school policies
The Independent UK · Nov 7, 2023 Abortion, Elvis and clues to 2024: The top races to watch on Election Day Democrats and Republicans are watching several states for signs of Biden’s weakness
The Independent UK · Nov 7, 2023 Where abortion rights are being voted on today Abortion has become a driving issue in getting voters to cast ballots in local and state elections on Tuesday
The Independent UK · Nov 7, 2023 Governors' races, abortion in Ohio and Virginia's legislature are on the ballot. Follow live updates Polls have begun to open in a few states for off-year elections that could give hints of voter sentiment ahead of next year’s critical presidential contest
The Independent UK · Nov 7, 2023 Abortion is back on the ballot today in battleground state elections Abortion is once again on the ballot. Has the equation changed at all?
The Guardian - US · Nov 7, 2023 Virginians vote as all 140 legislative seats in battleground state up for grabs Republicans look to maintain narrow majority in house and flip state senate, which could carry national implications
The Guardian - US · Nov 7, 2023 Elections from Virginia to New Jersey could offer early referendum on Biden Voters could strike blow for abortion rights in Ohio and choose governors, legislators and mayors in off-year elections across US