lawmakers
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For 20 years, he served as one of only a handful of pro-democracy lawmakers in the legislature, largely made up of pro-Beijing loyalists.
From BBC ● Nov. 6, 2026
So far, Eisenkot appears likely to have the first shot because more lawmakers endorsed him, but obstacles remain, such as whether he will take on support from Arab or ultraorthodox parties.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 6, 2026
Lobbyists, lawmakers and special-interest leaders will watch closely how the affable Becerra prioritizes his first budget proposal — due days after he takes office on Jan. 4 — for hints about his agenda.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 5, 2026
Thompson’s framework does not allow individual lawmakers to hide behind presidential leadership, party discipline or collective decisions.
From Salon ● Nov. 5, 2026
It's also a tradition of high pageantry, in which lawmakers dramatically express their approval or disapproval of the president’s ideas by either leaping to their feet in repeat standing ovations or remaining seated and sullen.
From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama
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