On with Kara Swisher

PA Governor Josh Shapiro’s “Get Sh*t Done” Attitude

Jan 25, 2024

Josh Shapiro, the Governor of Pennsylvania and former Attorney General, shares insights on his 'Get Sh*t Done' approach to governance. He discusses strategies for handling a divided legislature, the importance of election integrity ahead of a potential Trump-Biden rematch, and a new pilot project using generative AI in state government. Shapiro also addresses the rise of antisemitism, his role as a non-voting trustee at the University of Pennsylvania, and the need for bipartisan cooperation on key issues like education and public safety.

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Josh Shapiro

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Governor Shapiro emphasizes the importance of voter education and understanding the accomplishments of the Biden administration in the upcoming close election.

Governor Shapiro calls for a pathway to citizenship and comprehensive immigration reform while addressing national security and humanitarian concerns.

Governor Shapiro supports the ethical and responsible use of AI in state government to improve efficiency and deliver services effectively, while protecting privacy and ensuring benefits for constituents.

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Pennsylvania Governor's record-breaking war chest and accomplishments

Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro won his first Governor's race by a huge margin, thanks in part to a record-breaking war chest. He has also managed to get things done, including implementing the first government collaboration with OpenAI.

Intro

3min

Exploring Leadership with a Get Sh*t Done Attitude

2min

Election Integrity and Pennsylvania's Political Landscape

15min

Governance and AI: Navigating Challenges in Pennsylvania

7min

Workforce Challenges and Technological Enhancements

3min

Navigating Division: A Governor's Strategy

4min

Navigating Education and Political Tensions in Pennsylvania

19min

As Pennsylvania’s Attorney General, Josh Shapiro successfully defended the state election process in 2020 against suits brought by former President Donald Trump and his allies. We speak with Governor Shapiro about his administration's preparations for a likely Trump/Biden rematch in November. Plus: how his “Get Sh*t Done” motto is working out with a divided state legislature, why he’s launched a pilot project for using generative AI in government, and his reflections on the surge in antisemitism and how the controversy played out at University of Pennsylvania, where he is a non-voting member of the Board of Trustees.

Questions? Comments? Email us at on@voxmedia.com or find us on social media. We’re on Instagram/Threads as @karaswisher and @nayeemaraza

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On with Kara Swisher

PA Governor Josh Shapiro’s “Get Sh*t Done” Attitude

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Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

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Pennsylvania Governor's record-breaking war chest and accomplishments

The importance of a close election in Pennsylvania

Governor Shapiro's stance on the southern border and immigration

Governor Shapiro's approach to AI and technology in government

Governor Shapiro's commitment to combating anti-Semitism

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Pennsylvania Governor's record-breaking war chest and accomplishments

The importance of a close election in Pennsylvania

Governor Shapiro's stance on the southern border and immigration

Governor Shapiro's approach to AI and technology in government

Governor Shapiro's commitment to combating anti-Semitism

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