Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro condemned the recent surge in politically motivated violence, including the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Shapiro criticized the President's response, highlighting the dangers of selective condemnation and rhetoric that could incite further violence. He emphasized the need for universal condemnation of political violence regardless of perpetrator or motive, advocating for dialogue and rejecting censorship. Shapiro's comments follow a firebombing at his own residence and other recent politically motivated attacks.

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