challenged

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Mindy Romero, director of the Center for Inclusive Democracy in California, challenged the narrative that California has a problem and suggested that people should look at the issue from a different perspective.

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

A coalition of states had challenged the fee, arguing it hurt their ability to staff publicly run universities, schools and healthcare systems.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

The sarcasm was so ugly, Dream coach Karl Smesko challenged the obvious foul as if he hoped it would momentarily shut her up.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

McCullum said he had "banged the door down", while Stokes challenged Robinson to "stay here as long as he can".

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

At any given moment, their freedom could be challenged.

From "A Few Red Drops: The Chicago Race Riot of 1919" by Claire Hartfield