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Abigail Spanberger: “We are the largest net importer of energy in the country.”

Featuring: Abigail Spanberger, Democratic | Governor of Virginia

Virginia Gubernatorial Debate

Published October 10, 2025 | Video Starts at 51:02

And as governor, I will ensure that data centers pay their fair share. But we have a challenge looking towards the future as it relates to our energy generation here in the Commonwealth. We are the largest net importer of energy in the country. and that requires real leadership in contending with what is you will have a chance an impending energy crisis. (51:02–51:08)

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