John, the polls just closed. Now, it's official:

My name is Abigail Spanberger, and I'm the Democratic nominee for Governor in Virginia's general election. I'm ready to flip the Governor's office blue this November, defeat Trump's agenda at the ballot box, and get to work creating a more affordable Commonwealth for all.

But one lesson I learned during my years in Congress and at CIA is that a strong team beats going at it alone every time, so I hope you will join my campaign today.

Will you become a founding member of my campaign for Governor by making our suggested $25 contribution? There's no bigger election this year than here in Virginia, and I feel the responsibility to set the tone by winning big — but I can only deliver if we raise the resources to air ads, hire organizers, and turn out voters.

In a few short months, we can start Democrats on a winning streak by flipping Virginia blue.

It's not going to be easy.

Four years ago, we lost this same Governor's race by two points and saw years of progress erased in an instant. And my opponent Winsome Earle-Sears has shown she will indulge in fearmongering and disinformation to keep Virginia under Republican control.

Your contribution today, whatever the amount, will help us rise above the attacks and build a winning campaign that reflects our shared values.

If you're fed up with the chaos coming out of Washington, if you're outraged watching GOP officials bend their knee rather than uphold their oath, I am counting on your immediate and full support.

Click this link to complete your donation and become a founding member of my campaign for Governor. Together, we will flip Virginia blue and send a resounding message to this White House and beyond that voters will not stand for the corruption, the attacks on fundamental rights, and the brazen disregard for the needs of working families.

I'm honored by the trust you are placing in me. Virginia is where I grew up and where I'm raising my three girls, and I refuse to let far-right extremism win the day.

With immense gratitude,

Abigail Spanberger