WMAL Interview - DR. STEPHEN FARNSWORTH - 11.15.16

INTERVIEW — DR. STEPHEN FARNSWORTH – Professor of Political Science and International Affairs at University of Mary Washington in Fredericksburg, VA @drsfarnsworth

What does the trump win for Virginia politics and Tim Kaine’s future?
Richmond Times-Dispatch editorial: Clinton defeat roils Virginia politics, Kaine’s future
Virginia governor’s race may come down to early Trump supporter. Corey Stewart, chairman of the Prince William County Board of Supervisor, says he thinks he’s now the front-runner for the GOP’s gubernatorial nomination next year after he backed Mr. Trump, while his opponents put distance between themselves and the billionaire businessman. Mr. Stewart will be part of what’s shaping up as a crowded, high-powered field. Former Bush White House adviser Ed Gillespie, state Sen. Frank Wagner and Rep. Robert J. Wittman have all shown interest — though some operatives say Mr. Wittman may forgo a bid and instead enjoy the GOP’s control of the House, Senate and White House.
Trump Victory Upends Virginia Politics, Governor’s Race.  The biggest turmoil from a Trump win may be within the state GOP, where gubernatorial candidates were already battling to claim Trump’s supporters. Virginia’s gubernatorial race, with a general election in November 2017, will test the power of Trump’s popularity during the first months of his presidency. Next year’s only other significant contests are races for New Jersey governor and New York City mayor.