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The initiative is backed by President Emmanuel Macron, who said earlier this month that parliament should start debating such a proposal in January.

From Barron's

But our $37,000 offer was turned down and we backed off.

From Barron's

When a respected strategist issues a report backed by intensive analysis, the Street takes notice.

From Barron's

At the December meeting, some officials backed holding rates steady “for some time.”

From The Wall Street Journal

Opponents initially called for Constance to stand down, then for Swinney to sack her - however the first minister backed his colleague.

From BBC