senate

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In recent years the leader of the senate was expected to act as president but only until a fresh election was arranged.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

It still needs senate approval to become law.

From Barron's • Feb. 5, 2026

“It’s time for a change,” my rideshare driver said as we crept through traffic, explaining why she was running for state senate.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 25, 2026

An earlier faculty senate report noted the SAT and ACT “add substantially to UC’s ability to predict student success” beyond high school grades.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 24, 2025

He’s running for state senate next year, even though he has no political experience.

From "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett