Early Life and Education of Josh Shapiro: A Complete Timeline

Discover the defining moments in the early life of Josh Shapiro. From birth to education, explore key events.

Joshua David Shapiro is an American lawyer and politician currently serving as the 48th governor of Pennsylvania since 2023. A Democrat, he previously served as the attorney general of Pennsylvania from 2017 to 2023. Prior to his role as attorney general, Shapiro was a member of the Montgomery County Board of Commissioners from 2012 to 2017. His career has been marked by consistent public service within Pennsylvania state and local government.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

June 20, 1973: Joshua Shapiro Born

On June 20, 1973, Joshua David Shapiro was born. He is an American lawyer and politician.

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1992: Elected student body president

In 1992, Shapiro was elected student body president of the University of Rochester as a freshman.

1993: Published "Peace not Possible"

In 1993, Shapiro published an op-ed titled "Peace not Possible" in the Campus Times student newspaper, expressing his views on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

1995: Graduated from University of Rochester

In 1995, Shapiro graduated magna cum laude from the University of Rochester.

2002: Earned Juris Doctor

In 2002, Shapiro earned his Juris Doctor from Georgetown Law Center.

2008: Backed Barack Obama for President

In 2008, Shapiro publicly backed Barack Obama for president, differing from much of the Pennsylvania Democratic establishment.

2016: Inherited Catholic Church investigation

In 2016, Shapiro inherited the Pennsylvania attorney general's office investigation into allegations of sexual abuse by members of the Catholic Church.

2016: Voted for tax increase

In 2016, Shapiro voted for an 11% tax increase as a Montgomery County Commissioner.

January 2018: Penn State hazing case referred to Shapiro

In January 2018, the case of Tim Piazza's death at Penn State due to hazing was referred to Shapiro by Centre County district attorney Bernard Cantorna.

June 11, 2023: Disaster Emergency Proclamation

On June 11, 2023, Josh Shapiro issued a "disaster emergency" proclamation after a section of Interstate 95 in Philadelphia collapsed. This action allocated up to $7 million in state funds for reconstruction and authorized various state agencies to use available resources to respond to the collapse.

2024: Shapiro's position on peace clarified

In 2024, a spokesperson for Shapiro stated that his position on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict had changed since his 1993 op-ed and that he now supports a two-state solution.