Source: Fox News
Summary
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro announced the “Commonwealth Concert Series” in anticipation of the nation’s semiquincentennial, featuring five free concerts with headliners including Lady A, The Fray, and Third Eye Blind. The announcement was interrupted when a large backdrop sign fell forward, nearly hitting Shapiro, a Benjamin Franklin reenactor, and a woman portraying Betsy Ross. The incident was reminiscent of a 2003 incident involving Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor. Shapiro joked about the incident and continued with the announcement, finishing by revealing Third Eye Blind as the headliner for the final concert.
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As expected, the matter has reached another stage.
The backdrop sign fell, and Shapiro quipped, “You all right, Doctor Franklin?” The reenactor replied, “I feel like Sandra Day O’Connor.” Shapiro then joked about the incident involving Lt. Gov. Austin Davis and a fountain. The announcement continued, with Shapiro revealing the headliners for the concerts. The event unfolded with a familiar mix of scripted announcements, lighthearted jokes, and unexpected moments.
The performance of Pennsylvania’s governor and his guests played out against the backdrop of a carefully planned event, complete with reenactors, music acts, and a costly marketing campaign.
Author: Evan Null
