Winsome Earle-Sears
Republican
About
Origins
Winsome Earle-Sears, a native of Kingston, Jamaica, immigrated to the United States at the age of six. She is proud to have served in the United States Marine Corps.
Service
In addition to her various appointments, she has served as the Vice President of the Virginia State Board of Education; and as a presidential appointee to the US Census Bureau, as co-chair of the African American Committee; and the Advisory Committee on Women Veterans to the Secretary of Veterans Affairs.
Positions
Reduce the Cost of Living
As governor, Winsome wants to make sure Virginia is a place where all families can afford to live, raise their families, work, and build a future. She will fight for common-sense tax cuts that help all Virginians like eliminating the unfair car tax. She will scour the government books to cut wasteful government spending and job-killing regulations because taxpayers know how to spend their money and run their businesses better than government.
Tough on Crime
Winsome’s position is simple: Protect innocent Virginians, prosecute criminals. As governor, she will end radical policies like catch-and-release and ensure violent criminal illegal immigrants are arrested, detained, and sent back to where they came from. She opposes sanctuary cities and will work alongside the Trump administration to remove those who break our laws and threaten public safety. Winsome deeply respects first rescuers and those who serve in the line of duty. Keeping Virginia safe starts with creating a culture that honors and respects the brave men and women of law enforcement and making sure they have the resources to do their jobs. A safe Virginia is a prosperous Virginia, and we cannot afford a governor who is willing to let criminals run amok.
Give Every Child a Quality Education
No child should be stuck in an underperforming school because of their zip code or their parent’s income level. As governor, Winsome will empower parents to choose the best school for their children so every child gets a quality education. She will prioritize parents’ rights and basic reading and math skills over ideological grandstanding. With Winsome in charge, Virginia’s education system will once again be the envy of the country.
Protect Right to Work
Winsome is a staunch supporter of Virginia’s right-to-work policy because it is essential to Virginia’s economic success. Right to work also protects workers from heavy-handed union bosses, forced dues, and fewer job opportunities. As governor, Winsome will protect Virginia’s business- and worker-friendly environment that has contributed to our increased job growth, higher wages, and lower unemployment rates. Winsome will never allow Virginia to become Maryland.
Ratings
Scores from interest groups and advocacy organizations based on voting record and public positions.
Virginia Citizens Defense League
Virginia Society for Human Life
National Rifle Association (NRA)
Virginia Professional Fire Fighters
Virginia FREE
The Family Foundation of Virginia
Political Experience
Lieutenant Governor
Virginia · 2022-present
Virginia Senate President
Virginia · 2022-present
House of Delegates
Virginia · 2001-2003
Professional Experience
Director
The Salvation Army Women's Shelter
President/Owner
Shenandoah Appliance Plumbing & Electric
Regional Education Manager
Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce
Served
United States Marine Corps
Education
Regent University
MA · 2003
Tidewater Community College
AA · 1992
Old Dominion University
BA · 1992
United States Marine Corp
Journeyman Electrician · 1985
United States Marine Corp
Basic Electrician · 1983
