The area poles are responding to Youngkins Va. victory
Politicians across the region are reacting to Republican Glenn Youngkins’ victory over Democrat Terry McAuliffe on Tuesday in Virginia’s gubernatorial election.
Politicians across the region are reacting to Republican Glenn Youngkins’ victory over Democrat Terry McAuliffe on Tuesday in Virginia’s gubernatorial election.
“This morning, I spoke with the newly elected Governor Glenn Youngkin to congratulate him on being elected Governor of the largest Commonwealth in the largest country in the world,” Governor Ralph Northam said in a statement on Wednesday. “We will meet tomorrow to begin a smooth transition to his administration.”
Northam thanked the Virginia Department of Elections, as well as poll workers and volunteers, adding: “We can all be proud that Virginia once again conducted a free and fair election with integrity. It is a hallmark of our American democracy that we all respect the results. , no matter who wins. ” He also thanked all the candidates: “It is no small thing to put oneself out there as a candidate for public office and we need good people to continue this commitment to public service.”
Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan, like Youngkin, a Republican, said Wednesday that “I was proud to support Glenn because, like I have here in Maryland, he focused on bringing Virginia together and promoting common sense policies to lower taxes, strengthen parents and to support law enforcement. “
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He added that he would meet Youngkin “in the coming weeks” to discuss regional issues such as Chesapeake Bay conservation and traffic relief on the Beltway and a new American Legion Bridge.
Virginia Congressman Don Beyer, a Democrat, congratulated Youngkin in a statement. He added: “While he and I have many disagreements, we both wish the best for the Commonwealth. I look forward to working with him in areas where we have a common ground to continue Governor Northam’s strong achievements, although I will always defend the values of my constituents. “
Congressman Abigail Spanberger, also a Democrat, congratulated Youngkin and said she was “committed to working with Mr. Youngkin and his staff to find common ground, discuss priorities that are important to the people of Central Virginia, and – like me. has done so under the Northam Administration “- identify how Congress can work with our Commonwealth to deliver to our families, seniors, veterans and small businesses.”
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