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Kamala Harris selects Tim Walz, pro-Israel Minnesota governor, as her running mate

Philissa Cramer in JTA · 6 Aug

Kamala Harris has chosen Tim Walz, the pro-Israel governor of Minnesota, as her running mate for the November Democratic ticket.

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Meet America’s potential first Jewish second family: Josh Shapiro, Lori, and their 4 kids

Benyamin Cohen in Forward · 5 Aug

Josh Shapiro, the current Pennsylvania governor, is being considered as a potential running mate for Kamala Harris, which could make him part of the first Jewish Second Family.

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The campaign to tank Josh Shapiro’s VP chances is gathering steam — and accusations of antisemitism

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 2 Aug

The campaign to prevent Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, a Jewish candidate, from becoming Kamala Harris's running mate due to his pro-Israel stance has sparked accusations of antisemitism.

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Potential VP Pick Josh Shapiro Puts Jewish Family and Values at the Forefront

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 2 Aug

Josh Shapiro, the Jewish Governor of Pennsylvania, is being speculated as a potential Vice Presidential pick by Kamala Harris in the upcoming 2024 election.

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Democrats used to embrace Jews – now they impose litmus tests

Jewish Chronicle · 2 Aug

In a reflection on the evolving relationship between Democrats and Jews, the text discusses the historical acceptance of Jews in the Democratic party, exemplified by Joe Lieberman and his selection as Al Gore's running mate in 2000.

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Josh Shapiro's alarmist response to campus protests should disqualify him from being Harris' running mate

Rafael Shimunov in Forward · 2 Aug

Rafael Shimunov criticizes Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro's response to campus protests against Israel's actions in Gaza, arguing that it disqualifies him from being Kamala Harris' running mate due to his suppression of free speech, comparisons of protesters to white supremacists, and lack of nuanced approach on Palestinian issues.

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Why Josh Shapiro would help Kamala Harris win over the most voters

Alex Zeldin in Forward · 1 Aug

Josh Shapiro, the governor of Pennsylvania, exemplifies his Jewish identity by openly acknowledging it and confronting antisemitism, notably after an attack at a synagogue in Pennsylvania.

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The Veep’s Veepstakes

Peter Savodnik in The Free Press · 31 Jul

The article discusses potential white male candidates for Kamala Harris' vice-presidential pick, focusing on Senator Mark Kelly, Governor Josh Shapiro, and Governor Tim Walz.

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Chickens for KFC

Bonjour Chai · 26 Jul

Amidst the backdrop of President Biden withdrawing his re-election bid and Vice President Harris stepping in as the likely Democratic nominee, this episode examines the political dynamics impacting American and Canadian Jews, focusing particularly on Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's visit to Washington.

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Here’s why Jews are excited — and nervous — about a Democratic ticket that could include another Jew

Andrew Silow-Carroll in JTA · 23 Jul

The possibility of another Jew on a Democratic presidential ticket is generating both excitement and nervousness in the Jewish community.

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Josh Shapiro, Pennsylvania’s Jewish governor, could be Kamala Harris’ VP pick

Ben Sales in JTA · 23 Jul

Josh Shapiro, Pennsylvania's Jewish governor, is being considered as a potential running mate for Kamala Harris.

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An astronaut, kosher Jew and Southern gentleman walk into the VP race: Ranking the Jewishness of Harris' VP prospects

PJ Grisar in Forward · 23 Jul

The article discusses the Jewishness of potential vice presidential candidates for Kamala Harris, including Governor Josh Shapiro of Pennsylvania, Senator Mark Kelly of Arizona, Governor Roy Cooper of North Carolina, and Governor J.B. Pritzker of Illinois.

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What Jews should know about the Kamala Harris veepstakes

JTA · 22 Jul

As there is speculation about Vice President Kamala Harris's potential running mate, notable Jewish candidates are discussed, including Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, Colorado Governor Jared Polis, Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear, Arizona Senator Mark Kelly, North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper, and Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker.

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Will Josh Shapiro’s Jewishness hurt or help a Harris ticket?

Benyamin Cohen in Forward · 22 Jul

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, a prominent figure in Democratic circles, is being considered as a potential running mate for Vice President Kamala Harris following President Biden's withdrawal from the race.

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What would a Josh Shapiro vice presidency mean for American Jews and Israel?

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 21 Jul

Josh Shapiro, the Jewish governor of Pennsylvania and a potential vice presidential running mate for Kamala Harris, could galvanize the Jewish electorate with his proud embrace of Judaism.

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Jewish leaders react to Biden's decision to quit and endorse Harris

Lauren Markoe in Forward · 21 Jul

President Joe Biden announced his decision to withdraw from the presidential race and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris as his successor, triggering discussions among Jewish leaders and groups.

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Attention turns toward Vice President Kamala Harris and Josh Shapiro, Pennsylvania’s Jewish governor, after Biden drops out of race

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 21 Jul

President Joe Biden announced his withdrawal from the 2024 presidential race, endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris as his replacement, leading to speculation about her potential running mate.

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Jewish Democrats cautiously cheer a potential Josh Shapiro ticket

Gabby Deutch in Jewish Insider · 19 Jul

Jewish Democrats are cautiously optimistic about the potential of Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro being considered as a running mate for Kamala Harris or even as a presidential candidate amid pressure for President Joe Biden to step aside.

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Which Jewish Democrats are standing by Biden, and which are waffling?

Rebecca Massel in Forward · 12 Jul

Jewish Democrats' support for President Joe Biden varies, with Illinois Congressman Brad Schneider being the sole politician calling for Biden to withdraw, citing concerns for democracy.

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From Kamala Harris to Josh Shapiro, these are the talked-about contenders to replace Joe Biden, and their Jewish stories

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 3 Jul

The article outlines potential contenders to replace Joe Biden, such as Kamala Harris, Gretchen Whitmer, Gavin Newsom, Josh Shapiro, J.B. Pritzker, Jared Polis, and Pete Buttigieg, all of whom have Jewish connections.

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What would Biden’s potential replacements mean for Israel?

Dan Perry in Forward · 30 Jun

The discussion surrounding potential replacements for President Joe Biden as the Democratic nominee could have significant implications for Israel.

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Some imagine a 'President Josh Shapiro.' Here’s what he said about Biden after the debate.

Lauren Markoe in Forward · 28 Jun

Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, a prominent Jewish figure with high approval ratings in his swing state, has come to the defense of President Joe Biden following a poorly received debate performance.

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Officials condemn antisemitic and anti-Israel vandalism at 2 Philadelphia-area synagogues

Andrew Lapin in JTA · 1 Apr

Two Philadelphia-area Conservative synagogues, Temple Beth Hillel-Beth El and Temple Beth Zion-Beth Israel, were recently vandalized with antisemitic and anti-Israel graffiti.

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Criticism mounts against UPenn president after she declines to say calls for genocide of Jews constitute harassment

Ron Kampeas in Forward · 6 Dec 2023

Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro criticized University of Pennsylvania's president, Liz Magill, for not outrightly denouncing calls for the genocide of Jews as violating the university's code of conduct.

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The Pittsburgh synagogue shooter got the death penalty. Pennsylvania’s Jewish governor is mum on the sentence.

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 3 Aug 2023

Following the jury's decision to sentence Robert Bowers to death for the 2018 Pittsburgh synagogue attack, Pennsylvania's Jewish governor, Josh Shapiro, refrained from commenting directly on the death penalty.

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