independent
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In 2032, benefits will be cut by 26%, according to the Congressional Budget Office, the nonpartisan federal agency that provides Congress with independent analysis of budgetary and economic issues.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 14, 2026
As artificial intelligence becomes more advanced, reports of AI systems misleading users, working together, or appearing to pursue independent goals are becoming increasingly common.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 14, 2026
The Los Angeles County Federation of Labor is also waging an independent campaign supporting the mayor.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 14, 2026
Require consent education, transparent event rules and independent reporting channels.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 13, 2026
Using music activities and songs helps to greatly increase independent performance and reduce anxiety.
From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin
They hold 53 of the 100 seats while the Democrats have 45 and two independents who also vote with them.
From BBC ● Oct. 13, 2026
Younger people have long been more likely to identify as independents, but Gen Z is doing so at a significantly higher rate than any previous generation at the same age.
From Salon ● Oct. 2, 2026
More than three-quarters of Americans — including 79% of Democrats, 76% of Republicans and 75% of independents — said they were “concerned that misleading audio or video ‘deepfakes’ created using AI will impact” the midterms.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 15, 2026
They say their books go unreviewed in outlets that previously covered their work and that bookstores, especially independents, refuse to stock or display their titles.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 10, 2026
“Every hotel concierge knows who to call if some guest wants tickets. All I’m sayin’ is, it’s not as easy as you think for a couple of independents.
From "Small Steps" by Louis Sachar
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