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He would later settle a civil lawsuit brought by his former employer, which contended he played a role in Kao’s campaign finance and loan fraud schemes, for $425,000.
From Salon ● Oct. 20, 2026
Over the summer, the restaurant industry also contended with a cyclospora outbreak that made more consumers squeamish about ordering things like salads.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 23, 2026
Over the last three years, corporate tech leaders have contended with a host of barriers to executing on their AI transformation ambitions, but the latest challenge might prove to be the most difficult yet.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 21, 2026
Chávez contended that families required stability before their children could take advantage of school, and a union was the first step, according to Chatfield.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 18, 2026
It would be better for me to stand on a hilltop while lightning bolts contended in the sky.
From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein
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