elected

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Have I benefited from that relationship in the time that I've been an elected politician?

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

Santos, who was elected as a Republican from a New York district, is known for fabricating his life story to win public office and was expelled from the House in 2023.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

As in prior years, the pollsters noted, each of the voters’ priority issues for elected officials to address — from cost of living to healthcare to housing — “are all driven by pocketbook concerns.”

From Salon • Jun. 3, 2026

Australia is seeking to counter Beijing's influence in the Solomon Islands and has seized the opportunity to rebuild ties after Wale was elected prime minister last month pledging change.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

She became literary editor of the college paper, joined the sorority Pi Beta Phi, and was even elected class president.

From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield