candidates

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"We do not know currently with certainty what species of shark was involved. Possible candidates are bull or tiger sharks," he said.

From Barron's • May 24, 2026

“It was exciting to introduce our slate of candidates to a wider audience,” said Leslie Chang, co-chair of the socialist group’s Los Angeles chapter.

From Los Angeles Times • May 24, 2026

A 2024 Pew Research poll showed that 82% of Americans were concerned that AI would be used to create and spread false information about the candidates.

From Salon • May 24, 2026

Three candidates are competing for an open seat in District 3, where Councilmember Bob Blumenfield has termed out of office.

From Los Angeles Times • May 24, 2026

Adding women voters made the black vote a force to be reckoned with, and important candidates came to call.

From "A Few Red Drops: The Chicago Race Riot of 1919" by Claire Hartfield