John,

I firmly believe that the role — the duty — of the Governor of Virginia is to unite people. To bring about unity in times of division. And above all, to do the morally right thing, especially when others won’t.

After he failed to condemn Donald Trump and his 'big lie' rally, it’s clear Glenn Youngkin doesn’t hold those values.

From day one of his campaign, Youngkin has pushed Donald Trump’s lies about the 2020 election. He’s peddled dangerous conspiracy theories and keeps cozying up to Trump’s most extreme supporters.

This is not who we are as Virginians — or as Americans. And we must not stand for this hateful, divisive rhetoric. This is about safeguarding the values that make this country what it is.

That's why, right now, I am launching a 3-day fundraising goal for our Defend Democracy Fund. Will you help me raise $1,000,000 by midnight on Sunday? Everything we raise will go directly toward getting out the vote in this election — because the best way to defend our democracy is to participate in it. I am humbly asking for your support today:

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January 6 was one of the darkest days in our history. We watched as our Capitol was desecrated. Police officers were killed. And our democracy was under siege.

Trump’s rally for Youngkin last week was another dark day. Attendees actually celebrated the insurrection by saying the pledge of allegiance to a flag that was used to try and bring down democracy — the very democracy which that American flag symbolizes.

Glenn Youngkin saw January 6 just like the rest of us. His complacency in undermining American democracy is unacceptable.

John, he is not fit to be Governor of Virginia.

I’m asking you right now to stand up for our democracy and support my campaign by chipping in whatever amount makes sense for you. Together, we will build a movement that unites us and keeps our Commonwealth moving forward.

In solidarity,

Terry McAuliffe