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ISRAEL AT WAR - DAY 370

Pennsylvania

The Cathedral of Learning towers over the University of Pittsburgh campus in the Oakland section of Pittsburgh, July 8, 2019. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)
August 31, 2024, 6:49 pm
Man arrested after attacking Jewish students at University of Pittsburgh
Two students treated for injuries caused by unidentified suspect; antisemitism on the rise on US campuses since October 7
By AP
The Jewish Federation of Pittsburgh holds a peace vigil in support of Israel at the Jewish Federation in Pittsburgh, May 21, 2021. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)
August 19, 2024, 8:27 pm
Pittsburgh group backs off bid to put Israel divestment on November ballot
Democratic Socialists of America chapter describes decision to pull referendum measure as ‘strategic’ retreat following legal challenges from local rabbis, city controller
By Andrew Lapin
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro arrives at a campaign rally at Temple University's Liacouras Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, August 6, 2024. (Brendan SMIALOWSKI / AFP)
August 7, 2024, 5:21 am
Democrats dismiss ‘ridiculous’ claim antisemitism behind Shapiro snub for VP pick
Defenders note Harris is married to a Jewish man, but many in party say a reckoning is still needed regarding anti-Jewish invective in campaign against Pennsylvania governor
By Ron Kampeas
Left to right: Minnesota Governor Tim Walz (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin); Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
August 5, 2024, 8:50 pm
Kamala Harris running mate choice narrows to Tim Walz, Josh Shapiro, sources say
Democratic hopeful to announce choice between candidates, both governors, by Tuesday, ahead of appearance in Philadelphia; unclear if decision has already been made
By Nandita Bose and Andrea Shalal
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro speaks during a news conference in Philadelphia, July 30, 2024. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
August 3, 2024, 5:12 am
Shapiro seeks to downplay his time as IDF volunteer after college op-ed resurfaces
‘I was 20,’ says Pennsylvania governor and potential VP nominee about op-ed titled ‘Peace Not Possible,’ in which he described himself ‘as a Jew and past volunteer in the Israeli army’
By Jacob Magid
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro speaks during a "Harris for President" event in the gymnasium of Wissahickon High School in Ambler, Pennsylvania, on July 29, 2024. (Matthew Hatcher / AFP)
August 2, 2024, 9:25 am
Speculation mounts Harris to tap Pennsylvania’s Jewish governor Shapiro as running mate
Shapiro has emphasized Jewish heritage, been outspoken in support of Israel, criticized antisemitism at college campus protests; called Netanyahu ‘one of worst leaders of all time’
By Jackie Hajdenberg and Ben Sales
Pennsylvania Attorney General Josh Shapiro, center, attends a Commemoration Ceremony in Schenley Park, in Pittsburgh's Squirrel Hill neighborhood, on Wednesday, October 27, 2021, three years after a gunman killed 11 worshippers at the Tree of Life Synagogue. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar, File)
July 24, 2024, 10:49 am
Josh Shapiro, Pennsylvania’s Jewish governor, could be Kamala Harris’s VP pick
Moderate who has been vocal in his support for Israel, and has centered his Jewishness in previous campaigns, could become first Jewish vice president
By Ben Sales
Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump gestures as he is surrounded by US Secret Service agents as he leaves the stage at a campaign rally after an assassination attrempt, July 13, 2024, in Butler, Pennsylvania. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)
July 14, 2024, 2:12 pm
Trump’s shooter was a registered Republican, had donated to a Democratic PAC
Thomas Matthew Crooks, 20, of Bethel, Pennsylvania, an hour away from ex-president’s rally, was killed on the spot by the Secret Service; had no recognizable social media accounts
By Aaron Josefczyk, Jasper Ward and Kanishka Singh
Republican US presidential candidate former president Donald Trump is helped off the stage at a campaign event after being shot in his ear, July 13, 2024, in Butler, Pennsylvania. (AP Photo/ Gene J. Puskar)
July 14, 2024, 4:15 am
Trump shot in the ear at Pennsylvania rally; campaign says he’s fine; shooter killed
Assassination attempt confirmed by FBI, which identifies attacker as 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks; audience member killed, 2 critically injured; Biden condemns: ‘It’s sick’
By AP and ToI Staff
Maintenance staff and waste disposal crews clean up after police cleared a pro-Palestinian, anti-Israel protest encampment on the campus of the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on May 10, 2024. (Matthew Hatcher / AFP)
June 28, 2024, 3:14 pm
Pennsylvania Senate advances bill to bar funding for schools that divest from Israel
If passed by House, measure would also bar Treasury from funding public pensions that boycott Israel; supporters say they wish to fight antisemitism
By AP and ToI Staff
Pro-Israel demonstrators rally outside the Bryn Mawr Film Institute after theater was ordered by a court to screen an Israeli documentary, April 7, 2024 (Screen grab via ABC 6 used in accordance with Clause 27a of the Copyright Law)
April 10, 2024, 8:49 am
Forced by court, Philadelphia theater shows Israeli film after initial cancellation
Screening of movie on life of singer Yehuda Poliker comes after Bryn Mawr Film Institute director had said it would be seen as ‘endorsement’ of Israel’s conduct in the war
By JTA and ToI Staff
A screenshot from security footage showing two women using stencils to spray-paint 'From the river to the sea' outside Temple Beth Zion-Beth in Pennsylvania, March 2024. (Screenshot used in accordance with Clause 27a of the Copyright Law)
April 2, 2024, 2:27 pm
Officials condemn anti-Israel, antisemitic graffiti at 2 Pennsylvania synagogues
PA governor, CNN anchor and community leaders decry recent vandalism of Philadelphia-area Jewish institutions with swastika, ‘From the river to the sea’
By JTA and ToI Staff
Police arrest some of about 200 people taken into custody on February 5, 2024, in the Rotunda of the State Capitol in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. (AP Photo/ Mark Scolforo)
February 6, 2024, 6:53 am
Over 100 arrested at Pennsylvania state capitol protest calling to divest from Israel
Local police says demonstration objecting to US state’s investment in Israeli bonds was unauthorized, leading to the arrests
By MARK SCOLFORO
Illustrative: Pro-Palestinian demonstrators in New York City, March 30, 2022. (Luke Tress/Times of Israel)
September 17, 2023, 3:56 am
Jewish leaders slam UPenn for hosting anti-Israel activists in High Holiday period
This week’s Palestine Writes Literature Festival features lineup including Roger Waters, speakers who have called for Israel’s destruction and compared Jewish state to Nazi Germany
By Luke Tress
An early election ballot completion area is being prepared at a collection location at the North Park Ice Skating Rink Lodge area, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, in McCandless, Pa. (AP/Keith Srakocic, File)
August 31, 2023, 4:39 am
Pennsylvania weighs early 2024 presidential primary, partly to avoid vote on Passover
Lawmakers in battleground state seek change but still undecided on exact date due to considerations such as major Jewish holiday, Easter, and other state primaries
By Marc Levy
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