contests
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While this year's primary results did provide bigger surprises, Young says that nominating contests have historically been volatile, with voters more likely to make up their minds at the last minute.
From BBC ● Nov. 2, 2026
Although he has given few interviews, he told the NYT, external in August he was running the race in good faith as a moderate Republican, albeit that he had voted for Peltola in previous contests.
From BBC ● Oct. 29, 2026
Smith and his partners are even offering $1 off beers this week, given the flooding, and are maintaining plans for Halloween costume contests, “The Voice” auditions and live music.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 29, 2026
State and local races are crucial for developers because those leaders often approve projects, while congressional contests are followed to gauge overall sentiment and the possibility of national restrictions.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 26, 2026
A week of talent contests and softball games and races and Tilt-A-Whirl and bumper cars and music and barbecue and cotton candy.
From "Wringer" by Jerry Spinelli
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