“While this is not the outcome we hoped for, I continue to be filled with optimism for the future of our commonwealth and of the city of Virginia Beach.”

Alex Askew, the Democratic incumbent in Virginia’s 85th District, commenting on his recent loss to Republican challenger Karen Greenhalgh. A recount of the November general election awarded Askew 12 more votes. However, it was still not enough to overcome Greenhalgh. (Associated Press — December 3, 2021)