Former CIA Operations Officer running for Congress to represent Virginia's 7th District

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  Spanberger for Governor HQ · [email protected]
December 6, 2024 at 9:36 PM

officially a TOSS UP

John, it’s official: The Cook Political Report is calling the Virginia Governor’s race next year a TOTAL TOSS-UP:   John, it’s official: The Cook Political Report is calling the Virginia Governor’s race next year a TOTAL TOSS-UP: SUPPORT ABIGAIL We’ve been saying this fo…
  Abigail Spanberger for Governor HQ · [email protected]
December 4, 2024 at 8:17 PM

Will you endorse Abigail for Governor of Virginia?

From safeguarding our rights and empowering our schools to making life more affordable for families — Abigail’s message is resonating with people across the Commonwealth and beyond.   John, Since Abigail kicked off her campaign in November of 2023, the response has been overwhe…
  Spanberger for Governor HQ · [email protected]
December 3, 2024 at 7:12 PM

the nation’s bellwether race

Our race to flip Virginia’s Governorship will be the bellwether race for the country, especially in advance of the 2026 midterms.   John, The New York Times called the Virginia Governor’s race a national bellwether and one to watch next year! ⬇️ ⬇️ FLIP VIRGINIA BLUE &…
  Abigail Spanberger · [email protected]
December 2, 2024 at 9:12 PM

2025 Issues Survey Attached

I take your feedback seriously and appreciate your input. We’re trying to get at least 10 responses from xxxxxx, so if you’re able, please take a few minutes to complete the survey!   John, Every few months, my team and I make it a point to reach out to our supporters to hear w…
  Abigail · [email protected]
November 30, 2024 at 11:44 PM

before midnight

Tonight is our first internal monthly fundraising deadline since the focus turned to our 2025 race.   John, I know it’s the weekend, and everyone is wrapping up their Thanksgiving holiday with family and friends, so I’ll keep this short. Tonight is our first internal monthly …
  Whitney · [email protected]
November 30, 2024 at 3:26 PM

an even closer race this time

We know this race will be competitive, and that’s why how much we raise now will be vital to our success.   Hi John, it’s Whitney, Abigail’s Finance Director. I’m reaching out because tonight at midnight is our November fundraising deadline – and we need your help to hit our goa…
  Abigail Spanberger · [email protected]
November 29, 2024 at 7:44 PM

tomorrow at midnight

With this being one of the most important elections of 2025, we’re expecting millions of dollars to flood in from dark money super PACs and National Republican groups.   John, Tomorrow is our November fundraising deadline, and this is an important one. As we shift our focus to…
  Abigail · [email protected]
November 28, 2024 at 3:03 PM

Happy Thanksgiving!

Happy Thanksgiving! I have so much to be thankful for this year, and your support has been on my mind this morning as we start preparing for our family’s Thanksgiving meal later today.   John, Happy Thanksgiving! I have so much to be thankful for this year, and your support has…
  Abigail Spanberger · [email protected]
November 27, 2024 at 8:17 PM

Will you join us as a monthly recurring donor?

With monthly contributors, we can make sure that our campaign can pace our investments and that we hit every goal from now until Election Day.   John, As a mom, Congresswoman, and now a candidate for Governor, I’m always on the go, which is why I make sure to plan ahead. My tea…
  Abigail Spanberger · [email protected]
November 26, 2024 at 7:36 PM

Trump’s policies are a direct threat to Virginia

Trump isn’t backing down from his plans to revive Schedule F – a dangerous policy from his last term focused on firing nonpartisan federal workers and replacing them with partisan loyalists.   Trump isn’t backing down from his plans to revive Schedule F – a dangerous policy from…
  Team Spanberger · [email protected]
November 26, 2024 at 12:35 AM

“A model for Democrats’ comeback”

In case you missed it, Abigail’s candidacy for Governor was recently highlighted in The Washington Post:   In case you missed it, Abigail’s candidacy for Governor was recently highlighted in The Washington Post: “In the six years since I met Spanberger during her first r…
  Team Spanberger · [email protected]
November 24, 2024 at 6:49 PM

a cup of coffee

We know $5 might not seem like much – maybe a cup of coffee or a sweet treat – but $5 can seriously make a difference in this race.   John, today we’re asking you to give $5 to Abigail Spanberger’s campaign for Governor of Virginia. Will you give just $5 to help elect Abigail …
  Team Spanberger · [email protected]
November 22, 2024 at 6:34 PM

This race is already in a dead heat

MSNBC is speaking loud and clear about the importance of the 2025 Virginia Governor’s race:   MSNBC is speaking loud and clear about the importance of the 2025 Virginia Governor’s race: SUPPORT ABIGAIL John, in case you missed it – the latest polls have Abiga…
  Abigail Spanberger · [email protected]
November 21, 2024 at 9:38 PM

protecting our nation’s security

John, in case you missed it, I joined Jen Psaki this week to discuss the stakes of Trump’s nomination of Tulsi Gabbard as Director of National Intelligence:   John, in case you missed it, I joined Jen Psaki this week to discuss the stakes of Trump’s nomination of Tulsi Gabbard as Director …
  Abigail · [email protected]
November 18, 2024 at 7:56 PM

this is going to be a tough race

While the Virginia elections may seem far off, we’re now less than one year away, and the foundation we build now will have a serious impact on the success of our campaign.   John, While the Virginia elections may seem far off, we’re now less than one year away, and the foundat…
  Abigail · [email protected]
November 17, 2024 at 6:44 PM

early investment

Your contribution, no matter the size, will help us build a campaign that reaches every corner of Virginia with our message of progress, security, and opportunity for all.   John, I'm reaching out today because Virginia is at a crossroads, and I need your help to make sure we ta…
  Spanberger for Governor Team · [email protected]
November 15, 2024 at 10:09 PM

first test for Trump’s second term

In 2025, the Virginia Governor’s race will be the first political test for Donald Trump’s second term — and Abigail is ready to take on that challenge.   John, have you seen this? In 2025, the Virginia Governor’s race will be the first political test for Donald Trump’s second term —…
  Abigail Spanberger · [email protected]
November 14, 2024 at 8:08 PM

what I said this morning on Morning Joe

This morning, I joined Morning Joe to discuss Trump’s selection of Tulsi Gabbard for Director of National Intelligence:   John, This morning, I joined Morning Joe to discuss Trump’s selection of Tulsi Gabbard for Director of National Intelligence: As a former CIA case officer and …
  Abigail Spanberger · [email protected]
November 13, 2024 at 5:47 PM

one year ago today

I know when we come together and focus on the issues that matter most – stronger schools, safer communities, and lower costs for Virginia families – we can get things done.   John, One year ago today, I launched my campaign for Governor of Virginia. As I reflect back on the la…
  Abigail Spanberger · [email protected]
November 12, 2024 at 9:17 PM

can’t afford to let this continue

Last Tuesday’s election showed us an alarming trend that could impact our race in 2025. Donald Trump gained ground across the country, including in key counties across Virginia.   John, Last Tuesday’s election showed us an alarming trend that could impact our race in 2025. Don…
  Abigail Spanberger · [email protected]
November 7, 2024 at 10:34 PM

a moment to reflect

While I am deeply disappointed by the result of the presidential election, I am proud to live in a country where we have free and fair elections and our voices are heard at the ballot box.   John, In her concession speech, Vice President Harris spoke of her belief in and hope f…
  Abigail Spanberger · [email protected]
November 4, 2024 at 8:14 PM

Let's make our voices heard!

Your voice matters, and especially in an election this close and this consequential, please make sure you get out and cast your ballot if you haven’t already done so.   John, Tomorrow is Election Day in Virginia and across the country!! Your voice matters, and especially in a…
  Eugene Vindman · [email protected]
November 3, 2024 at 7:39 PM

We can stand up to the dark money MAGA machine.

I’ll be honest with you, John. The final days of this race are not going to be easy.   I’ll be honest with you, John. The final days of this race are not going to be easy. Here’s the thing: GOP super PACs are pouring millions of dollars into attack ads against me — they just added $2 mil…
  Tim Kaine · [email protected]
November 2, 2024 at 7:29 PM

Feeling stressed?

We have an opportunity in just 3 days to protect our Senate majority, take back the House, send Kamala Harris and Tim Walz to the White House, and truly make the kind of progress the American people deserve.   Friends, If you’re particularly stressed about the 2024 elections, it can somet…
  Abigail Spanberger · [email protected]
November 1, 2024 at 9:36 PM

Trump is coming to Virginia

Donald Trump plans to host a rally in Virginia tomorrow – one of his last big rallies ahead of Election Day. With just days to go, he’s not letting up, and he is continuing to say that Virginia is in play this November.   John, Donald Trump plans to host a rally in Virginia to…
  Abigail · [email protected]
October 31, 2024 at 9:36 PM

a clear vision in mind

Tonight is our October fundraising deadline. Our fundraising goals act as a roadmap for building campaign momentum this cycle. We don’t set them arbitrarily – we set them with a clear vision in mind.   John, before I continue, Happy Halloween! 🎃🎃 As you make last-minute preparations…
  Abigail Spanberger · [email protected]
October 31, 2024 at 2:12 PM

What to do if you’re nervous about next week!

With just a few days left until Election Day, the Harris Walz campaign needs your help! Let’s put that excitement and nervousness to good use!   Friend, Everywhere I go, I hear the same message from voters: people are excited, but they are also very nervous. With just a few da…
  Abigail Spanberger · [email protected]
October 30, 2024 at 7:53 PM

before the focus turns to 2025

We’re coming up on our October fundraising deadline tomorrow. This is our last monthly fundraising deadline before the focus turns to our 2025 race.   We’re coming up on our October fundraising deadline tomorrow. This is our last monthly fundraising deadline before the focus tu…
  Spanberger for Governor Campaign Team · [email protected]
October 29, 2024 at 9:18 PM

re: before all eyes turn to Virginia

We’re building up our campaign now, including hiring more staff, connecting with voters, and preparing our infrastructure to support us for whatever comes our way next year.   John, We’re coming up on our October fundraising deadline Thursday at midnight. We set an ambitious gr…
  Abigail Spanberger · [email protected]
October 28, 2024 at 9:03 PM

Keeping VA-07 Blue

This past weekend, we welcomed Leader Hakeem Jeffries to Virginia’s Seventh District! He helped us get Virginians fired up and ready to keep VA-07 BLUE on November 5!   John, This past weekend, we welcomed Leader Hakeem Jeffries to Virginia’s Seventh District! He helped us get …
  Abigail Spanberger · [email protected]
October 27, 2024 at 1:26 PM

I'm asking for $3 today

While $3 may not seem like very much, it goes a long way in planning for the future and building out our campaign with critical infrastructure to win this race.   John, It’s Abigail. I am reaching out today to ask for your support. Today, I’m asking you to make a $3 investment…
  Abigail Spanberger · [email protected]
October 26, 2024 at 6:02 PM

a nation faced with a choice

As we creep closer and closer to Tuesday, November 5 (just 10 days away!), our nation will be faced with a choice: do we want to move forward with hope and progress, or do we want to take a step backward into the past with divisiveness and hate?   John, As we creep closer and c…
  Eugene Vindman · [email protected]
October 24, 2024 at 10:38 PM

We’re a toss-up

This confirms what we already know — this race will be incredibly close, and it WILL help determine the House majority.   John, I need to make sure you saw this. Recently, The Cook Political Report — a major election forecast outlet — changed our race rating to a toss-up. It previously le…
  Abigail Spanberger · [email protected]
October 23, 2024 at 9:05 PM

shared values

I can’t wait to build a Virginia that reflects our shared values   John, I’m running to serve as Virginia's next Governor, because I know how to bring people together. As one of the most bipartisan Members of Congress, I’ve taken on the tough fights and put politics aside to pu…
  Abigail Spanberger · [email protected]
October 22, 2024 at 10:26 PM

important groundwork

It’s been a busy October here in Virginia as we get out the vote from now until Election Day!   John, It’s been a busy October here in Virginia as we get out the vote from now until Election Day! I’ve had so much fun joining 2024 candidates on the ground, speaking with voters on the impor…
  Suhas Subramanyam · [email protected]
October 21, 2024 at 9:05 PM

Rhymes with onion

  20 years ago, the junior Senator for Illinois gave the keynote address at the Democratic National Convention to talk about how the upcoming election was a practice in hope. My former boss, Barack Obama, talked about how “a skinny kid with a funny name,” could believe he belonged in …
  Abigail Spanberger · [email protected]
October 20, 2024 at 6:36 PM

re: Trump’s plan to fire federal workers

In case you missed it, Trump’s campaign is going after me for calling attention to his plan to fire federal workers – a direct threat to Virginia’s economy, Virginia’s federal employees, and thousands of Virginia jobs.   John, In case you missed it, Trump’s campaign is going a…
  Missy Cotter Smasal · [email protected]
October 18, 2024 at 6:41 PM

On the Ballot

I’m ready for a tough fight. If we want to flip this toss up district – and the House – we need to take the fight to them.   John, Democracy is on the ballot this November. When I served in the US Navy, I proudly defended our Constitution. I’m running for Congress because I feel compe…
  Abigail · [email protected]
October 17, 2024 at 8:23 PM

$27.76

I know it seems early, but we need to build a solid foundation for our campaign to win in what we know will be a competitive and expensive race to flip Virginia’s governorship.   John, Last month, the average contribution to our grassroots email campaign was $27.76! Like my ot…
  Team Spanberger · [email protected]
October 16, 2024 at 8:49 PM

she gets things done

We’re proud to announce that Abigail was just ranked as the most collaborative Member of Congress from Virginia – as well as the third most collaborative lawmaker in the entire country.   Abigail Spanberger ranked as the #1 most collaborative Member of Congress from Virg…
  Tim Kaine · [email protected]
October 15, 2024 at 9:48 PM

100% clear

We don’t have a single moment to waste, and if we’re going to deliver strong Democratic victories, we need to keep building resources for our voter outreach efforts.   Virginia, we have a job to do. First, Donald Trump made it 100% clear that he is determined to flip VA red this year, op…
  Abigail · [email protected]
October 14, 2024 at 9:38 PM

planning ahead

Grassroots support is critical to our success, and people like you are the fuel that will drive this campaign towards November 2025.   John, With the 2024 Election just around the corner, my campaign team is hard at work building out the strongest campaign foundation possible …
  Team Spanberger · [email protected]
October 13, 2024 at 5:50 PM

cup of coffee

We know $5 might not seem like much – maybe a cup of coffee or a sweet treat – but $5 can seriously make a difference in this race.   John, today we’re asking you to give $5 to Abigail Spanberger’s campaign for Governor of Virginia. Will you give just $5 to help elect Abigail …
  Abigail · [email protected]
October 11, 2024 at 7:27 PM

I need you onboard

VA-07 has been one of the nation's most competitive districts, yet we've secured victories in 2018, 2020, and 2022.   John, The 2025 Virginia Governor's race may seem distant, but our team is already hard at work. I want to give you some additional context and explain why your …
  Team Spanberger · [email protected]
October 10, 2024 at 9:47 PM

a crucial barometer for our race

Virginia is not turning its back on progress, and our campaign needs to demonstrate our strength going into 2025.   John, Every day brings us one step closer to Election Day — Tuesday, November 5! Donald Trump and National Republicans have made it clear that they want to flip…
  Eugene Vindman · [email protected]
October 9, 2024 at 6:55 PM

My vision for this district

I believe in strengthening our public schools, combatting ridiculous book bans, and ensuring that every community has the resources necessary to deliver high-quality public education.   John, Eugene Vindman here, respectfully asking if you can please make a contribution to my pro-democracy…
  Abigail Spanberger · [email protected]
October 8, 2024 at 8:28 PM

JD Vance isn’t fooling us

Virginia voters won’t trust former President Trump and JD Vance to protect our reproductive rights.   John, Last week at the Vice Presidential Debate, JD Vance tried to backtrack on his previous stance on reproductive rights. But he’s not fooling us, and he certainly isn’t foo…
  Abigail Spanberger for Governor HQ · [email protected]
October 6, 2024 at 7:16 PM

what’s at stake next year

While $10 might not seem like much, it goes a long way in preparing for the long and tough campaign we have coming up in 2025.   John, Can we count on you to contribute to Abigail’s campaign for Governor? CONTRIBUTE $10 While $10 might not seem like much, it goe…
  Abigail Spanberger · [email protected]
October 5, 2024 at 5:54 PM

personal for me

I’m running for Governor, because I know we can do better – and I’m ready to bring my unwavering dedication to hard work and my commitment to uniting individuals to address the genuine issues affecting our Commonwealth.   John, I'm running for Governor of Virginia because this r…
  Abigail · [email protected]
October 4, 2024 at 10:06 PM

traveling across the Commonwealth

We’ve been traveling across the Commonwealth and meeting voters all over, discussing the importance of flipping this seat next November.   John, We’ve been traveling across the Commonwealth and meeting voters all over, discussing the importance of flipping this seat next November. Just l…