The candidates were asked to respond to the following question in 100 words or less:

What issue on your agenda will you tackle first if re-elected?

Democrat

Josh Shapiro

I will continue working as the people’s lawyer and standing up to the powerful interests to protect Pennsylvanians. The heroin and opioid epidemic remains my top priority and I am committed to holding pharmaceutical accountable for their role in this crisis. I will continue our efforts to recover money for consumers, protect student borrowers, defend your constitutional right to clean air and pure water and so much more. While I cannot predict every issue that will come to my office, I can promise the people of Pennsylvania I will work hard every day to fight for you.