constituents

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Ironically, Brooks was sometimes mocked as too moderate by his more bloodthirsty constituents because he opposed premature secession, although he foresaw and supported the eventual breakup of the Union.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 4, 2026

The measures, the group argued, would make Dallas safer and ensure local officials were more accountable to their constituents.

From Salon • May 3, 2026

“But I’d rather be honest with the public than to have my constituents later be upset about services not working.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

Sir Keir said he had discussed the issue of food security during his meeting on Tuesday and added that the events in the Middle East would "affect every single one of our constituents".

From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026

His constituents and their needs had been with us all along.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama