contests
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It’s destined to be remembered as one of the most volatile and surprising political contests modern-day California has ever seen.
From Los Angeles Times • May 10, 2026
Puerto Ricans living in the territory can vote in all contests except federal general elections.
From Salon • May 6, 2026
It is worth remembering too there are independent candidates, in particular in some local contests in England.
From BBC • May 5, 2026
At the same time, Beretta has agreed to a three-year standstill, during which it won’t initiate or support proxy contests or similar activist actions, Ruger said.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 4, 2026
Daenerys would have prohibited contests be-tween women as well, but Barsena Blackhair protested that she had as much right to risk her life as any man.
From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin
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