Let Your Rage Fuel You: Spanberger Called Out By Sears for Dangerous Violence Based Rhetoric During Speech

1RICHMOND, VA – Lt. Gov. Winsome Sears is calling out Democratic gubernatorial hopeful Abigail Spanberger for what she describes as “rage-based rhetoric” after a campaign video showing Spanberger encouraging voters to “let your rage fuel you” went viral.

The clip, widely shared online, featured Spanberger and several supporters using the word “rage” repeatedly as a rallying cry for political engagement.

Sears responded with sharp criticism, saying, “This year has shown us the consequences of rage politics. And Abigail Spanberger wants more of it.”

The remarks highlight growing tension in Virginia’s governor’s race, where tone and temperament have become central campaign issues.

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