How this week's elections in Virginia became about ... everything

Attendees listen as former President Obama joins former congresswoman and current Democratic gubernatorial candidate Abigail Spanberger at a rally on Nov. 1 at Chartway Arena in Norfolk.

Earlier this year, "quiet" was one word to describe the Virginia race for governor. Then came DOGE, a text message scandal down ballot, a redistricting surprise, the government shutdown and more.

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