home rule
Example Sentences
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Local leaders have protested the move, calling it an unprecedented intrusion on home rule.
From Salon
In 1979, a referendum on home rule gave Greenland control of most policies within the territory, with Denmark retaining control over foreign affairs and defence.
From BBC
They had no choice but to pursue home rule, even at risk of fracturing or destroying their own party.
From Salon
Serrott agreed, finding that the law was only designed to prevent cities from exercising home rule.
From Seattle Times
In 1979, the island was granted home rule, and 30 years later, Greenland became a self-governing entity.
From Seattle Times
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