Spanberger becomes 1st woman to serve as governor of Virginia : NPR
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Key Points:
- Abigail Spanberger will be inaugurated as Virginia's 75th governor, becoming the first woman to hold the position, marking a historic moment for the state.
- Spanberger's inauguration will blend traditional elements with modern touches to reflect Virginia's diversity, alongside the historic swearing-in of Ghazala Hashmi as lieutenant governor and Jay Jones as attorney general.
- Spanberger won a decisive 15-point victory in November, focusing her campaign on affordability and the impact of federal cuts, signaling a key Democratic message for upcoming midterm elections.
- She honors Virginia women pioneers like Barbara Johns and Mary Sue Terry, acknowledging their contributions and challenges, and aims to build on their legacies while addressing economic and social issues affecting women and families.
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