principles

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Their conversation explores what liberalism really is at its core, how both the political left and right have drifted into illiberalism, and what ordinary citizens can do to restore faith in liberal principles and institutions.

From Slate • May 16, 2026

Specifically, it has rejected the Artemis Accords, a set of extraterrestrial governance principles drawn up by the U.S. in 2020.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

Last year, the company became the first quantum company to surpass $100 million in annual revenue under generally accepted accounting principles.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

This, he argued, was contrary to public procurement principles requiring open competition.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

Over a longer stretch of time, the Farewell Address achieved transcendental status, ranking alongside the Declaration of Independence and the Gettysburg Address as a seminal statement of America's abiding principles.

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis