lectern

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Kim delivered a speech from a lectern overlooking Pyongyang’s Kim Il Sung Square, with his young daughter, Kim Ju Ae, whom South Korea’s spy agency believes is a potential successor, in attendance.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 26, 2026

Gustafson, originally 343rd on the list, asked to trade spots with another speaker as she approached the lectern.

From Salon • Nov. 17, 2025

Biden signed it in April 2024, weeks before he walked on to a debate stage in Atlanta and took a lectern across from Trump.

From Slate • Oct. 17, 2025

The hijinks continued when he stepped behind the lectern to speak and the teleprompter was not working.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 25, 2025

“It’s time,” Royal said as Lander shook Mingo’s hand and assumed his place at the lectern.

From "The Underground Railroad: A Novel" by Colson Whitehead