Shapiro on Vice Presidential Selection

In a recent news conference in Greene County, Pennsylvania, Governor Josh Shapiro shared insights into his experience during the vetting process for Vice President Kamala Harris. Shapiro emphasized his commitment to his role as governor, stating, “I love being governor of Pennsylvania,” and highlighted the importance of having the freedom to make his own choices. However, he refrained from providing specific details about his discussions with Harris, opting to keep those conversations private. Shapiro also addressed speculation surrounding his potential candidacy, particularly rumors linking a sexual harassment scandal within his administration and his stances on contentious issues like the war in Gaza and educational scholarships to his exclusion from the vice presidential pick. He asserted that both he and Harris faced significant personal decisions, dismissing external narratives as “absolutely false.” During a campaign rally in Philadelphia for Harris and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, whom Shapiro described as a “great pick” and a personal friend, he expressed optimism for the future of America. Shapiro took the opportunity to criticize former President Donald Trump, whose popularity in Pennsylvania poses challenges for Democrats. He firmly stated, “Not only are we not going back, we are not going into the future with him,” reinforcing his commitment to a progressive agenda as the election approaches.