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With 2026 ahead, Pa. Democrats pick Shapiro ally Larry Hailsham Jr. as new executive director

Larry K. Hailsham Jr. will lead Pennsylvania Democrats to strengthen voter outreach and support Governor Shapiro’s 2026 re-election amid key statewide races, party leaders said.

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A native of Mt. Oliver, Larry K. Hailsham Jr. most recently served as Gov. Josh Shapiro’s executive deputy chief of staff.

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Gov. Shapiro is making a $250,000 donation — and big imprint on the Pa. Democratic Party

The donation came just as the party named Larry Hailsham Jr. — a longtime Shapiro ally — its new executive director.

·Philadelphia, United States
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Ahead of governor’s race, Pa. Dems tap veteran campaign handler, Shapiro ally to lead group

Larry Hailsham, Jr. has extensive experience helping candidates, including Josh Shapiro, Joe Biden and Bob Casey, win elections in Pennsylvania. He will now serve as executive director for Pa. Democrats.

·Harrisburg, United States
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With 2026 ahead, Pa. Democrats pick Shapiro ally Larry Hailsham Jr. as new executive director

A native of Mt. Oliver, Larry K. Hailsham Jr. most recently served as Gov. Josh Shapiro’s executive deputy chief of staff.

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WESA broke the news in on Wednesday, October 1, 2025.
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