Pennsylvania Governor

Josh Shapiro says antisemitism played ‘no role’ in his not getting picked as Kamala Harris’ running mate

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 19 Aug

Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, who is Jewish, refuted claims that antisemitism influenced Vice President Kamala Harris not choosing him as her running mate, attributing the allegation to Donald Trump.

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The First Jewish President of the United States

Jewdicious · 7 Aug

The article discusses the possibility of a Jewish president in the United States, focusing on two potential candidates named Josh: Josh Shapiro, the Governor of Pennsylvania, and Josh Stein, the Attorney General of North Carolina.

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Why Not Josh?

Gary Rosenblatt in Between The Lines · 7 Aug

Josh Shapiro, the popular governor of Pennsylvania, was not chosen as Kamala Harris' vice-presidential pick, with concerns raised that his Jewish identity and pro-Israel views could be a distraction to the campaign in today's climate of rising anti-Semitism and polarization over Israel.

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America Is Ready for a Jewish Veep. The Democrats Aren’t.

Batya Ungar-Sargon in The Free Press · 7 Aug

The text discusses how Vice President Kamala Harris considered Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as potential running mates for the 2024 Democratic presidential ticket.

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‘I am proud of my faith’: Josh Shapiro embraces Jewish identity at rally for Kamala Harris and Tim Walz

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 7 Aug

Josh Shapiro, Pennsylvania's Jewish governor, proudly embraced his faith at a rally for Kamala Harris and Tim Walz.

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Josh Shapiro looms large over Harris-Walz ticket’s first rally

Marc Rod in Jewish Insider · 7 Aug

Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro was prominently featured at Vice President Kamala Harris' debut event with her vice presidential pick, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz in Philadelphia.

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'I lean on my faith': Josh Shapiro quotes the Talmud in opening Harris-Walz rally

Lauren Markoe in Forward · 6 Aug

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, known for his strong Jewish identity, quoted from the Talmud at a campaign rally with Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris and vice-presidential candidate Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz in Philadelphia.

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Josh Shapiro quotes ancient rabbi in statement about not being Kamala Harris’ VP pick

Ben Sales in JTA · 6 Aug

Josh Shapiro, Pennsylvania's governor, who is Jewish, quoted Rabbi Tarfon from Pirkei Avot after losing the bid to be Kamala Harris's running mate, emphasizing the importance of leaving a positive legacy as guided by his faith.

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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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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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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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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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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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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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Mastriano, gubernatorial nominee accused of trafficking in antisemitism, will not run for US Senate

LMarkoe in Forward · 26 May 2023

Doug Mastriano, the Republican nominee for Pennsylvania governor who has been accused of trafficking in antisemitism, has announced that he will not be running for the US Senate in 2024.

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