Making the Argument with Nick Freitas Who will be the Next Governor of Virginia
Oct 4, 2025
Winsome Sears, Lieutenant Governor of Virginia and Marine Corps veteran, discusses her candidacy for governor with a focus on substance over sensationalism. She shares her stance on protecting student privacy in locker rooms and opposing the inclusion of transgender athletes in girls' sports. Sears criticizes the Virginia Clean Economy Act for its economic impact and advocates for repealing the personal property tax on vehicles. The conversation also touches on common-sense policies around immigration, political rhetoric, and fostering economic growth.
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Policy Over Identity
- Winsome Sears emphasizes she runs on policies and service, not identity politics, citing her military and legislative background.
- She argues voters should judge candidates by ideas and track record rather than identity-based appeals.
Protect Separate Locker Room Privacy
- Protect girls' privacy and separate spaces for sports and locker rooms as a clear policy position.
- Implement rules ensuring girls do not have to undress or compete against biological males in female spaces.
Enforcement Gaps Cause Real Harm
- Winsome frames enforcement inconsistencies in schools as harming students and creating legal and social confusion.
- She links these incidents to broader policy failures and lack of disciplinary action against problematic behavior.