# Shapiro's 2028 Democratic Options

> Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro's 2028 presidential ambitions face stiff competition but he has clear paths to the White House.
- Title: Shapiro's 2028 Democratic Options · The Conversation
- Summary: Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro's 2028 presidential ambitions face stiff competition but he has clear paths to the White House. Pennsylvania Gov.
- Keywords: pa governor, democratic field, 2028 presidential election, josh shapiro, senate race, vice presidential nomination, cabinet position, pittsburgh, The Conversation
- Source: The Conversation — https://theconversation.com/pa-gov-josh-shapiros-popularity-and-get-sh-t-done-attitude-might-not-cut-it-in-crowded-2028-democratic-field-but-he-has-options-295841
- Author: Alison Dagnes
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: pa governor, democratic field, 2028 presidential election, josh shapiro, senate race, vice presidential nomination, cabinet position, pittsburgh, science, ideas
## 2026 Election Victory
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro won reelection by 22 percentage points with over 60% of the vote in 2026.
## Shapiro's Political Stock
Shapiro's approval ratings remain strong despite Pennsylvania's recent political shifts between Trump and Biden.
## Get Sh-T Done Attitude
Shapiro uses the phrase 'get sh-t done' to describe his bipartisan political approach as governor.

> get sh-t done
## 2028 Presidential Competition
Trump cannot run in 2028, creating a crowded Democratic field with potential contenders like Ossoff and Pritzker.
## Shapiro's Options
Shapiro could run for Senate against Fetterman, seek VP nomination, or target a Cabinet role in 2028.
## 2028 Strategy
Shapiro must distinguish himself in a crowded field by emphasizing statewide victories and fundraising ability.
## Key takeaway

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro may run for president in 2028 but faces crowded field; he could target Senate, VP or Cabinet roles instead.