Author: By GOL KALEV

The buzz surrounding Kamala Harris’s vice president pick was in full swing at a rally in Philadelphia, with speculation about Governor Josh Shapiro being chosen. Despite his pro-Israel stance and Jewish background, the spot ultimately went to Minnesota Governor Tim Walz. The aftermath of the decision revealed the complex relationship between Jews and Israel, especially in the face of increasing anti-Semitic sentiment. The historical irony of Shapiro’s exclusion parallels previous calls for diversity in political appointments, as seen in Amy Klobuchar’s urging for a woman of color as Biden’s running mate. Meanwhile, Republican JD Vance criticized the Democrats for allegedly…