Virginia will likely elect its first woman governor this year. Why it matters: The Commonwealth's gubernatorial race, which has long been eyed as an early political test after a presidential election,

The event showcased the importance Democrats are putting on workers’ rights early in the campaign to succeed term-limited Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R).

Two other GOP hopefuls did not qualify for the ballot, negating a GOP primary for governor. In November Virginians will elect the state's first female governor.