the system

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Referencing the applicant on whom that single precedent was based, Cameron notes that this is not how the system was designed.

From Slate • Jun. 5, 2026

"He does not appear to have the ability to play the role of balancer-in-chief and final arbiter of the system to the extent that his father did."

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

Though the new rules will likely create more friction for financial institutions in the region, they aren’t aimed at causing significant disruption to the system, Jefferies analyst Philip Kett wrote in a note to clients.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

The Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, which represents maternity doctors, says pressure on staff and operating theatres means the system is "really struggling" to meet the increased demand.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

The problem was the system of incentives that channeled the greed.

From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis