candidates
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Such zeal has been inspired by candidates, like Mamdani, who have given voice to a younger generation’s fury about the cost of housing, education, healthcare and much else.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 29, 2026
Both candidates in New York’s governor’s race are campaigning on electricity costs.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 27, 2026
Pelosi was one of 14 candidates, several of them well-known Democratic officeholders.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 26, 2026
The analysis looks at candidates who have not held federal office before, meaning incumbents were excluded.
From Salon ● Jul. 24, 2026
They did their homework on candidates and asked serious policy questions.
From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama
