Josh Shapiro was sworn in Tuesday as the 48th governor of Pennsylvania, opening a new era of state politics that gives the fresh-faced Democrat a chance to put his imprint on the battleground state, as well as on a party in need of a new generation of leaders.
Taking over the reins from two-term Democratic Gov. Tom Wolf, Mr. Shapiro said he plans to advance “the cause of real freedom” where Pennsylvanians know “the doors of opportunity will swing open if they simply push them through” and “everyone gets a shot and no one is left behind.”
“Only by setting the table of opportunity and inviting all to come and sit to partake can we advance the cause of real freedom,” Mr.