Is Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro's new book a calculated clapback at Kamala Harris, or something more profound? That's the burning question after 'The View' co-host Ana Navarro suggested Shapiro's memoir, "Where We Keep the Light," was primarily a response to unflattering remarks made by former Vice President Kamala Harris in her own book.
Navarro framed it by saying, "Kamala wrote things about you in her book that weren’t very flattering — like saying you wanted to be co-president and all of these things — then you and Democrats didn’t like it, and she wrote about it — about a bunch of other people on the short list as well." She continued, "Now you’re responding and rehashing it all in yours. And so my question, as somebody who wants to move the debate forward and wants to see a Democrat elected to undo all the craziness and bad things that [President] Trump has done, is what’s the point?"
This is a reference to Harris's memoir, "107 Days," where she alleged Shapiro had insisted on being "in the room for every decision" if he were to become vice president. Shapiro, however, vehemently rejected these claims, calling them "bulls---" and "blatant lies." His book also touches on the vetting process for the vice presidency, including an alleged question about whether he had ever been an agent of the state of Israel.
But here's where it gets controversial: Navarro characterized Shapiro's book as "dishy." Shapiro, however, pushed back, stating, "I didn’t view my book as a response. In fact, I finished that before I ever read hers, so it’s hardly a response." He emphasized his intention was to be transparent about his experiences and decision-making processes. "And to me, this wasn’t about ‘dishing,’ respectfully, it was just more about how we went through the process, what I thought, what I felt coming out of it," Shapiro explained. His core message, he hopes, is to showcase his dedication to public service while maintaining a balance as a father and husband.
Shapiro did, however, align with Navarro on the need for Democrats to focus on the future. "You are right that continuing to look backwards is not the answer," he conceded. "We’ve got to look forward and that’s why I write about the stories of the people that I have met along the way who have inspired me to serve and make an impact going forward." He stressed the importance of highlighting the talented individuals within the Democratic party and concentrating on upcoming elections, particularly the 2026 midterms, to counter what he termed a "lawless administration."
So, what do you think? Is Shapiro's book a genuine reflection of his journey, or is there an underlying political strategy at play? Does focusing on past grievances help or hinder the Democratic party's forward momentum? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!
