(DCNF)—Republican Virginia gubernatorial nominee Winsome Earle-Sears said Friday on Fox News’ “The Ingraham Angle” that her Democratic opponent Abigail Spanberger is not the “juggernaut” that her party “built her as.”
Spanberger and Earle-Sears faced off Thursday in their only debate. Discussing Spanberger’s repeated failure to answer key questions, including one about allowing biological males in female restrooms, Fox’s Laura Ingraham asked what Earle-Sears thought happened to the Democratic nominee.
“I was watching a woman who knew what the right answer was, and it’s that men, boys should never be nude in girls’ locker rooms. They should never be in women’s sports. By the way, we must protect our girls, and she couldn’t make that leap — apparently it was a leap for her,” Earle-Sears said. “It’s very straightforward, and I watched her twist herself, and it was — I watched her actually fall apart on the debate stage last night.”
“The Democrats had billed her as this juggernaut, as this woman who could not be taken down or whatever it was. But the very simple thing is what fell giants and that I [had] see[n] last night that that’s what fell her,” Earle-Sears added. “A very simple question on should girls be forced to undress in locker rooms. She’s not gonna do that when she goes to the gym, and I asked her, ‘What about if it were your daughter, and she came home crying? What would you say then?’ Crickets.”
Throughout her campaign, Spanberger has remained vague on where she stands regarding school bathrooms, locker rooms, and sports policies.
During the heated debate Thursday evening, Spanberger and Earle-Sears were pressed on transgender issues and locker room policies. While the GOP nominee reiterated her stance against allowing biological males in female locker rooms, she directly asked Spanberger if she would “change in a gym where men are nude in the locker rooms.”
Spanberger also sidestepped when moderators asked whether she would rescind Republican Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s executive directive ensuring bathrooms, locker rooms and other intimate spaces remain separated by sex assigned at birth.
At the start of the debate, Spanberger also failed to answer repeated questions about whether she would continue to endorse Virginia Democratic Attorney General candidate Jay Jones after the release of his text messages expressing a desire to kill a Republican opponent and his family.
The race between Spanberger and Earle-Sears has tightened in recent months, with October polls conducted by ABC7 News showing Spanberger at 49.2% support, Earle-Sears at 45.2% and 5.6% undecided. In comparison, the outlet’s September poll had Spanberger at 50.3%, Earle-Sears at 43.2% and 6.6% undecided.
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Starting the Day With a Scripture-Inspired Roast Helps Center Your Thoughts on Eternal Truths Amid Temporal Pressures
The world can seem chaotic, especially right after we wake up. Many believers start their mornings reaching for something familiar — a hot cup of coffee — yet end up settling for mediocre brews that do little more than deliver a caffeine jolt. The daily grind of life, with its endless distractions, news cycles, and responsibilities, can leave even the most faithful feeling spiritually parched alongside their physical fatigue. What if your morning ritual could do more than wake you up? What if it could ground you in truth, nourish your body with exceptional quality, and quietly advance a kingdom purpose at the same time?
That’s the promise — and the reality — behind Promised Grounds Coffee. This Christian-founded company doesn’t just roast beans; it approaches every step as an act of worship and discipleship. By selecting only the top 10% of specialty-grade beans, ethically sourced from dedicated farmers in Central and South America, and small-batch roasting them with reverence in Austin, Texas, Promised Grounds delivers what many describe as the best coffee available — never burnt, never bland, but rich with origin stories and layered flavors that honor God’s creation.
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The challenge for today’s Christians runs deeper than finding a decent cup. In an age of convenience-driven consumerism, it’s easy to support companies that dilute values or remain silent on matters of faith. Many believers want their everyday choices — from what they drink to how they spend — to reflect discipleship rather than just convenience. Promised Grounds solves this by weaving Christian excellence into the entire process: beans nurtured with prayerful stewardship by farming families, roasted as an offering rather than a commodity, and packaged with Bible verses to encourage a mindset of gratitude and purpose from the first sip. Reviewers consistently praise the smooth, rich profiles — whether enjoyed black in a drip maker, iced on a warm day, or shared in fellowship — noting how the quality stands toe-to-toe with premium secular brands while delivering something far more meaningful.
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If you’re ready to transform your mornings (and perhaps your church gatherings) with coffee that honors both exceptional craftsmanship and Christian values, I encourage you to explore what Promised Grounds has to offer. One sip at a time, you’ll be nourishing your body, refreshing your spirit, and participating in something far greater — all while enjoying what truly is among the best coffee available.