priorities

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Regional mayors say it is needed to raise more income to invest in local priorities and support economic growth.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

A White House official said there are always conversations about how to best carry out the president’s priorities, but no decisions had been made.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

Among his department priorities became targeting food dyes and ultra-processed foods.

From Salon • May 13, 2026

High among Calva’s priorities while on the Croisette is meeting one of his cinematic idols, Spanish master Pedro Almodóvar, whose latest film, “Bitter Christmas,” is playing in the main competition.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

I tell myself that what she said is ridiculous, that my priorities haven’t changed, but expanded.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam