A video going around on X shows Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger getting booed by the crowd at the Old Fiddlers’ Convention in Galax. Attorney General Jason Miyares shared the clip and tied the reaction to her recent policy moves. People online are mostly cheering the crowd and talking about what it means politically.
The video shows a rainy outdoor crowd at the Old Fiddlers’ Convention in Galax, Virginia. People are sitting on bleachers and in chairs under umbrellas, and you can see banners for the event and the Galax Moose Lodge near the stage. The clip picks up a big wave of booing aimed at the stage. It’s not clear from the video what was said on stage or exactly what happened right before the booing started.
According to the accompanying post, the booing involved Governor Abigail Spanberger during her attendance at the 90th annual convention. Miyares linked the reception to what he described as a broken campaign promise, an effort involving gerrymandering, and tax increases. Spanberger had earlier posted that she was in Galax for the celebration, citing the food, music, and community. The video does not show the full period before or after the portion captured.
How Viewers Responded to the Fiddlers’ Convention Moment
Many users expressed support for the crowd’s response, with comments such as “Well done, Galax!!!!” and “You were rightfully booed by the good people of Galax.”
Others described the moment as “Richly deserved” or focused on policy concerns, including one noting “I’ll never forget that gerrymandering move” and another stating “People in rural Va not giving a warm reception to someone who tried to take away their representation?”
Some pointed to the location, with comments like “What is she doing there? Galax is Trump Country!”
A smaller number noted that politicians from both sides often get booed at events like this, with one saying “Pols of all stripes routinely get booed at such events.”
The clip has joined a broader online conversation about Governor Spanberger’s public appearances and policy decisions. Discussion continues over how the reception in Galax fits into the state’s current political landscape.
