AG Debate Analysis and Election Update
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Debate Winner
Attorney General Jason Miyares who prosecuted a strong case against Jay Jones but also was able to present himself as a statesman.
Outstanding performance.
Circumstances and Jay Jones
Former Delegate Jay Jones gave a strong performance given the circumstances.
The problem for Jones is the circumstances. But he reassured his base that he will go after Trump and that might be enough in this election.
Win or lose this election, Attorney General Jason Miyares came across as a statesman.
Strong, competent, and effective.
Frankly? Miyares was gubernatorial last night.
Unreported Story - Post Debate Claims
The post debate partisan battle for claiming victory was a forfeit.
There was almost ZERO Democratic participation save a single post on X.com by Democratic Party Chair State Senator Lamont Bagby.
Strategy choice - act like it never happened, never mention Jay Jones and his Res Horribilis, move on to talking about Donald Trump/Affordability, and pound the airwaves with your massive financial advantage.
Smart and obvious decision to make by the Democrats - concede one night and close this out.
Very smart.
Judge for yourself.
Overall - great debate. The way it should be done.
Congrats to the University of Richmond Law School and moderator Brett Marston of Gentry Locke.
Speaking of being in detention and dealing with all the things:
Sorry seems to be the hardest word?