Shapiro Governor

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Josh Shapiro: 48th Governor of Pennsylvania

Early Life and Education

Joshua David Shapiro was born on June 20, 1973, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He attended George Washington University and the University of Pennsylvania Law School, where he earned his Juris Doctorate.

Political Career

Shapiro's political career began as a member of the Montgomery County Board of Commissioners from 2004 to 2011. He then served as the Pennsylvania Attorney General from 2017 to 2023.

2022 Gubernatorial Election

In 2022, Shapiro ran for Governor of Pennsylvania as a Democrat. He defeated Republican Attorney General Charles Mastrangelo by a significant margin. Shapiro won the election with a campaign focused on maintaining abortion rights, expanding access to healthcare, and investing in education.

Governor of Pennsylvania

Shapiro was sworn into office as the 48th Governor of Pennsylvania on January 17, 2023. He has pledged to "restore Pennsylvanians' faith in their government." His priorities include investing in education, addressing climate change, and improving Pennsylvania's economy.

Personal Life

Shapiro is married to Lori Velkley Shapiro and they have two sons. Shapiro is an avid runner and enjoys spending time with his family.

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