collections

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The cap imposes spending discipline on lawmakers and prevents boom-bust revenue cycles—that is, when years of strong economic growth and tax collections give way to downturns and deficits.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

He noticed that companies were running their dust collections systems too much, sometimes around the clock.

From BBC • May 11, 2026

It also serves as a research destination for scholars, artists, tribal representatives and others to study the collections.

From Los Angeles Times • May 10, 2026

Art historians say the approach reflects a broader shift in how European museums handle contested collections: less as settled heritage, and more as ongoing historical record.

From Salon • May 9, 2026

More — much more — would follow as cities throughout the United States organized collections of blankets, bedding, clothing, food, and cash.

From "The Great Fire" by Jim Murphy