independence

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Clergy preached independence from their pulpits, framing liberty and equality as moral obligations.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

At the same time, most favour "the status quo", meaning they do not want to formally declare independence nor unification with China.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

Few activists in the financial world have had comparable impact as the investor and activist David Webb—and fewer still have done so with such independence and analytical rigor.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

“Market rent in the Los Angeles area wasn’t realistic, even with a job offer lined up. So, the studio became her first home. It gave her stability and independence during a major transition.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

Leah was frustrated with the presumptuous Mrs. Kedzie and her little sisters’ attempt at independence.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock