Pennsylvania Gov. Shapiro Warns Against Campaign Rhetoric
Shapiro urges lawmakers to 'lead by example' amid rising tensions ahead of Election Day.
The Brief
- Shapiro calls recent campaign rhetoric 'dangerous' and 'hateful'.
- He cites threats against himself and family following a 2025 arson attack.
- Shapiro emphasizes the need to 'bring back decency' to the country.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro urged lawmakers to 'lead by example' during an interview on 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan,' citing the dangers of escalating campaign rhetoric ahead of Election Day.
Shapiro, who was first elected governor in 2022 and is seeking reelection, discussed the threats he and his family have faced, including an arson attack on his residence in 2025.
The attack occurred after Shapiro and his family celebrated Passover with a Seder at their home, and he said it 'weighs on me, but it doesn't control me.'
He emphasized his 'profound differences' from the president and others, but warned that engaging in cruelty is not the solution and makes everyone less safe.
Shapiro noted that since the attack, more people have threatened him and his wife based on his religious beliefs, but he said it motivates him to continue his work.
He reiterated that he and his family met before he decided to seek reelection and agreed that 'we can't let the bad guys win.'
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