Shapiro and Whitmer Rally Support for Harris’ VP Bid
- Governors Josh Shapiro of Pennsylvania and Gretchen Whitmer of Michigan publicly endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for a potential second term.
- The event drew over 1,000 attendees who were eager to hear about the future direction of the Democratic Party.
- This endorsement may signal a strong allyship as the party approaches future elections.
Josh Shapiro, the Governor of Pennsylvania, is emerging as a strong contender for the vice-presidential slot alongside Kamala Harris, as he and Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer drew a crowd of over 1,000 supporters. Many attendees expressed excitement at the prospect of hearing from potential candidates for Harris’ running mate. Shapiro highlighted the accomplishments of Democratic governors, emphasizing a commitment to effective governance and a shared strategy to "get things done." During the event, Shapiro praised Harris’ extensive legal career, noting her tenure as a district attorney and attorney general in California. He described her as “tough as nails” and positioned her candidacy as a stark contrast to former President Donald Trump, whom he criticized as “dangerous” and “destructive.” Shapiro’s remarks included a pointed observation about Trump’s behavior on stage, suggesting that his actions, such as hugging the flag, were peculiar and indicative of a larger issue. Whitmer, appearing on MSNBC’s “Morning Joe,” reiterated her commitment to serving her term as governor, while also expressing a desire for the Democratic Party to be more transparent about recent immigration policies. She emphasized the importance of moving forward and addressing the challenges facing the party. The event underscored the potential for Shapiro to join Harris on the ticket, as both governors rallied support for a unified Democratic front.