running for office

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Fujimori is one of the most well-known figures in Peruvian politics, and this is her fourth time running for office.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

Should the Senate decide to impeach her, she would be removed from the vice-presidency and banned from running for office for life.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

Many of Campaign University’s teachings address basic civics that might be useful to anyone running for office.

From Salon • Nov. 11, 2025

Mindich co-owns the media production company Kvartal 95, founded by Zelensky, who was a star comedian before running for office.

From Barron's • Nov. 11, 2025

You can’t go throwing that stuff around when you’re running for office here.

From "The Misfits" by James Howe