candidates

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Between 2014 and 2022, more than 220 million applications were submitted for central-government jobs, but only about 722,000 candidates were recommended for positions, according to figures provided in Parliament.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

“I think we are going to see more of a push for younger candidates across the Democratic party, not just in Texas,” she said.

From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026

His advice is to take any opportunity that helps you stand out from other candidates.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

According to a Times review of election night results data, The Times pulled data from the AP’s feed at approximately 8:35 p.m. that included 0 new votes for Pratt and eight other candidates.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

President Eisenhower, a five-star army general, decided that astronaut candidates should be selected from a pool of military test pilots.

From "Women in Space" by Karen Bush Gibson