Meet America’s potential first Jewish second family: Josh Shapiro, Lori, and their 4 kids
The family celebrates Shabbat each Friday night, and has hosted events for Jewish holidays at the governor’s mansion
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Politics The campaign to tank Josh Shapiro’s VP chances is gathering steam — and accusations of antisemitism
Jewish commentators, among them Democrats in Congress, say Shapiro is being singled out for criticism because he is Jewish
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Democrats need to unite a left divided over Israel. Shapiro's actions this spring will hurt that enterprise
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Politics Will Josh Shapiro be Kamala Harris’ VP? Speculation mounts ahead of Philadelphia rally
Discussion of a Shapiro nomination has grown contentious among Democrats and campaign watchers
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Opinion Why Josh Shapiro would help Kamala Harris win over the most voters
The Jewish governor of Pennsylvania enjoys bipartisan popularity and a proven track record of effective leadership
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Politics Shapiro’s position on Gaza tests close bonds with Arab, Muslim community
The Democratic governor cultivated unprecedented ties with an oft-overlooked demographic in Pennsylvania. Now some feel 'betrayed' over Shapiro's stance on the Gaza war
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Politics Will Josh Shapiro’s Jewishness hurt or help a Harris ticket?
The Pennsylvania governor is on the shortlist for vice president. Will antisemitism derail the nomination?
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