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Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro has stated that Kamala Harris will have to answer for not speaking out about Joe Biden’s ability to serve during his term. Shapiro, a potential 2028 presidential contender, made his remarks during a political podcast interview in which he was quizzed about a forthcoming book by Harris. In excerpts from the book, Harris questions the “recklessness” of Biden’s decision to run for re-election and her own role in not making the case for Biden not to run.
Shapiro Questions Harris’ Silence on Biden’s Fitness to Serve
PA Governor Josh Shapiro questioned why Kamala Harris did not speak publicly about Joe Biden’s ability to serve during his term. Shapiro, a potential 2028 presidential candidate, made these remarks during a political podcast hosted by Stephen A. Smith.
Harris, in her upcoming book, wrote about the White House’s handling of Biden’s decision to run for re-election. She questioned if it was recklessness or grace.
Smith asked Shapiro how Americans should feel when suspicions about politicians are confirmed later. Shapiro responded that Harris would have to answer why she remained silent despite being in the room.
Shapiro was vocal about his concerns about Biden’s fitness to run for another term, especially in context of winning Pennsylvania, a critical battleground state.
A Harris spokesperson responded to NBC News, asserting that the ex-VP’s words speak for themselves. In her book, Harris addressed why she did not persuade Biden to abstain from running.
Just before the election, Harris reassured the American public about Biden’s competency for office. She justified Biden’s withdrawal from the race stating it was due to a poor debate performance, not his ability to be president.
Shapiro was a potential running mate for Harris after Biden dropped out. However, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz was chosen instead, leaving Shapiro to continue his work as Pennsylvania’s governor.
Smith raised the question of Trump’s rhetoric and its influence on opponents’ discourse. Shapiro encouraged leaders to act with moral clarity, appealing to the highest common denominator.
When the topic shifted to dealing with strong political opposition, Shapiro stood firm in his belief that the way forward involves unity among Republicans, Democrats and Independents. He insisted on not engaging in attacks on fellow Americans for winning an election.
Shapiro’s spokesperson, Manuel Bonder, clarified Shapiro’s stance as not a critique of fellow Democrats but an indictment of President Trump’s divisive rhetoric.
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