2021 Virginia gubernatorial election

2 weeks ago - The Democratic Party held its primary election on June 8, which former Governor Terry McAuliffe easily won. In the general election, Youngkin defeated McAuliffe by 63,688 votes in what was considered a mild upset because McAuliffe led over Youngkin in the polls until right before Election Day.

Submitted Biography: "Princess Blanding, an educator for over 13 years here in the Commonwealth and a grassroots activist, has a history of fighting to elevate the voices and concerns of every day, working-class Virginians and for increased accountability from our local and state elected officials to address the inequities in our Black and most marginalized communities. " ... To read this candidate's full survey responses, click here. Liberation is a human right, not a privilege. Fighting for working class Virginians. Empowering and supporting courageous leadership that will put people over profit and politics. This information was current as of the candidate's run for Governor of Virginia in 2021.

3 weeks ago - See live results from the 2025 Virginia governor election. Track vote counts and updates as polls close on Election Day.

October 31, 2021 - The national implications of the state’s race for governor are overstated. ... This article is for subscribers only. Tuesday’s gubernatorial election in Virginia is being closely watched for its national implications: Can Democrats still win by tying their Republican opponents to Donald Trump?

3 weeks ago - See who is on your ballot by viewing the candidate lists. ... Through Friday, February 20, 2026. Register to vote or update an existing registration online using the Citizen Portal.

November 19, 2025 - The AP may declare a winner in a race that is eligible for a recount if it can determine the lead is too large for a recount or legal challenge to change the outcome. Here's a look at what to expect on Tuesday. Polls close at 7 p.m. ET. The AP will provide vote results and declare winners in the races for governor, lieutenant governor, state attorney general and the House of Delegates. Any registered voter in Virginia may participate in statewide elections or in local elections in their state House district or municipality.

October 30, 2021 - THE RESULT of Virginia’s race for governor on November 2nd will “set the tone” for next year’s mid-term elections. So said Terry McAuliffe, the former Democratic governor of the state, as he launched a get-out-the-vote campaign last Friday.

October 28, 2021 - Virginia's gubernatorial election is either McAuliffe or Youngkin Voters in Virginia will choose a new governor Tuesday.

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September 30, 2021 - ANALYSIS — Even though this fall’s election for governor in Virginia is just one race in one state, it will determine the initial narrative of the 2022 midterm elections.

October 15, 2021 - Virginia will be viewed by many as a bellwether for the 2022 midterms, and the race is already proving to be a testing ground for some of the big national issues that could very well influence elections next year, including COVID-19 policies, ...

November 3, 2021 - Here's everything you need to know ahead of November 2. Track Virginia governor race results live county by county with this map · The deadline to register to vote or update an existing registration is Tuesday, October 12.

September 30, 2021 - The Institute for Policy and Opinion ... likely Virginia voters between September 12 and September 26 and has a margin of error of +4.0%. Republicans hold an advantage in being extremely enthusiastic about voting (43% to 35% for Democrats), ...

September 18, 2021 - ALEXANDRIA, Va. — Voting officially kicks off Friday in the most competitive statewide election since Joe Biden became president. This November’s race for Virginia governor isn’t only one of the earliest barometers of the political environment ...

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September 20, 2021 - The 2021 election comes two years after Virginia Democrats took full control of the state House, giving the party control of both state legislatures and the governorship. The party’s candidates are acutely aware of the potential consequences of a lack of enthusiasm from the state’s strong Democratic base in an off-year election, with the governor’s mansion and House of Delegates are up for grabs. “Everything is on the line this November,” said lieutenant gubernatorial nominee and Del.

September 29, 2021 - Moderator Chuck Todd, right, poses a question to candidates Terry McAuliffe, left, and Glenn Youngkin during the gubernatorial debate hosted by the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce on Sept. 28 in Alexandria.

September 21, 2021 - RICHMOND — Democrat Terry McAuliffe and Republican Glenn Youngkin are locked in a tight race for Virginia governor, with McAuliffe standing at 50 percent to 47 percent for Youngkin among likely voters in a Washington Post-Schar School poll. ... Carolyn Hax chat: We visited my in-laws. Their ‘lousy hosting’ was insulting.

October 26, 2021 - Our DMs are full of white, cis, wealthy liberals commanding, harassing, threatening and begging that we step down from the election. People who steal our literature and yard signs from our supporters. 🧵— Princess Blanding (@PrinBlandingVA) October 23, 2021 · "The least-known candidate of the three... now holds the key to the governor’s castle," Paleologos said. "At this point her 2% is larger than the margin between McAuliffe and Youngkin, and when it comes to young voters and independents, Blanding matters more."

September 28, 2021 - The Virginia gubernatorial election is less than two months away, and Monmouth noted McAuliffe currently has a higher advantage over Youngkin when it comes to two of the top three issues important to Virginians: the economy, COVID-19 and education.