Where Does Josh Shapiro Go From Here?

Last night, I pondered Kamala Harris choosing Tim Walz over Josh Shapiro and now this has come to pass.

Although I would have preferred Shapiro, I have no objection to Walz. It appears Democrats are enthusiastic about Walz as they are about Harris. As such, I don't discount them as a team.

Nevertheless, there is no question that resistance within the Democratic Party towards Shapiro's Judaism and his support of Israel played a role in him not being selected as Harris' running mate. If there is that much resistance to Shapiro being a vice-presidential running mate, then I can scarcely begin to imagine the level of resistance should he launch a White House bid in 2028, 2032 or ever. 

Yes, I am aware that J.D. Vance and Matt Brooks of the Republican Jewish Coalition are making much the same argument. But they are utterly disingenuous. Had Harris picked Shapiro, they would be calling him a left-wing radical just as they are now doing with Walz. Besides Vance and the RJC have utterly no trouble supporting Trump who broke bread with a neo-Nazi. 

As for Shapiro, he has a bright future ahead of him and much to contribute to our public discourse even if he never becomes President or is nominated as a presidential candidate. He will surely seek a second term as Governor of Pennsylvania in 2026. I could also see him serving as Attorney General in a future Democratic administration be it Harris or someone else. For the moment, aside from carrying out his duties as Governor, he will be a strong supporter of the Harris-Walz ticket as he did today in Philadelphia.