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Steyer had the support of 35% of likely voters who identified as strongly liberal while Becerra was backed by 37%, according to Berkeley’s May poll.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

His knowledge of the best strategies for various markets is encyclopedic, and it is backed by rigorous benchmark analysis.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

Still, the sector appears well-positioned to absorb moderate stress, backed by strong capital buffers and sizeable provisions.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

These include the introduction of mandatory minimum safeguarding and paediatric qualification standards, backed by the National Nanny Association and The Lullaby Trust.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

I brushed off the dirt and backed away a little.

From "Rump: The (Fairly) True Story of Rumpelstilskin" by Liesl Shurtliff