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The governor has previously explained that difficult decisions must be made as the state could soon face an economic downturn.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
"At the beginning, it was difficult to place them in a specific era because they featured traits that recalled both Late Roman models and potential medieval pieces inspired by classical traditions," he said.
From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026
"There's different models that schools will use to try and make sure that young people are not having parts of the curriculum obliterated because you don't have those staff - but sometimes it's really difficult."
From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026
The epicentre of the current outbreak is the DRC's northeastern Ituri province, a region that is difficult to access region due to poor roads and is plagued by insecurity because of armed groups.
From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026
I tried to spend more time with him, but it was difficult because I was taking on more farmwork since he couldn’t do much himself anymore and the Christmas holidays would soon be over.
From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo
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President Obama's second inaugural address
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"Angels in the Snow"
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Obama's speech at Connecticut vigil
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