Spanberger gives Democratic rebuttal to Trump as Padilla gives Spanish address

Virginia’s new governor and California senator focus succinct messages on cost, safety and humanityDemocrats refuse to stand for Trump as Al Green ejected over ‘apes’ protest signVirginia governor Abigail Spanberger gave a crisp and pointed rebuttal to Donald Trump’s State of the Union address on Tuesday night, focusing on what she called the president’s failure to deliver costs, safety and humanity to the American people.“We did not hear the truth from our president,” Spanberger said in the 12-minute speech on Tuesday night, asking voters to reflect on how Trump’s agenda has directly affected their lives. “So let’s speak plainly and honestly,” she said. “Is the president working for you?” Continue reading...