By Ben PershingDec. 5, 2012 at 6:54 p.m. UTCFormer congressman Tom Perriello announced Wednesday that he would not run for the Democratic gubernatorial nod in Virginia next year, likely clearing the way for businessman Terry McAuliffe to claim the spot.Support our journalism. Subscribe today.arrow-rightMcAuliffe is expected to face Attorney General Ken Cuccinelli II (R) in a closely-watched general election.More on Va. PoliticsToday’s HeadlinesThe most important news stories of the day, curated by Post editors and delivered every morning.By signing up you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy