influential
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There is one intriguing thread that leads to a largely invisible Fellowship leader said to be influential with Michigan Republicans and, allegedly, unnamed Democrats.
From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026
He transformed the sound of Tamil film music with Annakili in 1976 and has gone on to become one of India's most influential composers.
From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026
Erika didn’t care that her husband was politically influential or had the president’s ear.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026
With shares recently showing signs of softness, investors are beginning to question whether the software rally can maintain its footing without clear leadership from its most influential name.
From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026
Aboard the vessel were Emma Goldman and Alexander Berkman, two of the most famous and influential of all the anarchists who had been charged with inciting revolution in America.
From "1919 The Year That Changed America" by Martin W. Sandler
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