standard-bearer

Example Sentences

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Before becoming the standard-bearer of the Republican brand of trickle-down economics and bootstrapped public services, his state of California was embroiled in the nation's first scholarly battle for ethnic studies.

From Salon

But many in the party are looking for a less polarizing standard-bearer.

From Washington Post

Trump has moved quickly to try to head off DeSantis’ attempt to replace him as the party’s standard-bearer.

From Seattle Times

It was an extraordinary journey across the political spectrum - from socialist standard-bearer to Baroness Margaret Thatcher - for the proud son of Hebden Bridge.

From BBC

And in the emerging contest for a 2024 presidential standard-bearer, voters will likely face a choice between isolationists and the alternatives.

From Los Angeles Times