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After securing the support of San Fernando Valley Republicans and Democratic centrists and making small inroads among Latinos, Riordan became the first Republican L.A. mayor elected in 36 years.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

Labour heavily subsidises energy bills and the Nationalist Party said it would do so too if elected.

From Barron's • May 31, 2026

When a new treasurer and other elected officials did raise financial concerns they have said they could not get access to the level of detail they needed to satisfy themselves there was nothing wrong.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

This week, scores of protestors assembled outside Delaney Hall and witnessed visits from elected officials like New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill, who was turned away.

From Salon • May 30, 2026

“I guess I’m not getting elected homecoming king anytime soon, right?”

From "Linked" by Gordon Korman