Politics

Josh Shapiro quotes ancient rabbi in statement about not being Kamala Harris’ VP pick

“My faith teaches me that no one is required to complete the task, but neither are we free to refrain from it,” Shapiro said after losing out in the veepstakes to Tim Walz.

Kamala Harris selects Tim Walz, pro-Israel Minnesota governor, as her running mate

Harris passed over Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, reportedly the other finalist, in making the choice.

Missouri Rep. Cori Bush, leading critic of Israel, faces tight primary challenge from fellow progressive with pro-Israel backing

Both candidates are prominent African-American civil rights activists.

The campaign to tank Josh Shapiro’s VP chances is gathering steam — and accusations of antisemitism

Jewish Dems showcase new energy with Zoom call for Harris and six-figure ad buy

Among pro-Israel conservatives, concern mounts over isolationism — and antisemitism — on the far right

Tim Walz’s record on Israel, Holocaust education and antisemitism

Will Josh Shapiro be Kamala Harris’ VP? Speculation mounts ahead of Philadelphia rally

Israel is good at assassinating its enemies. Does it make a difference?

After the assassinations: Does Iran retaliate? Can Hamas fight on? And what about the hostages?

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