oversight

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Yet history shows that the same mechanisms that promise broader opportunity often introduce new risks that demand tighter oversight.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

The agency has faced criticism locally for years for lack of proper oversight and the county is in the process of transitioning programs to an internal department.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

“It strengthens the powers of Civilian Oversight boards and Inspectors General and upholds our subpoena authority while also showcasing the strong public interest in robust, effective oversight of sheriffs, their departments, and their operations.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

And now for the show’s biggest oversight: No touch screens.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

We didn’t cover the history of Ping-Pong/table tennis in Iran during our Net Sports Unit in physical education, which now seemed like a ridiculous oversight.

From "Darius the Great Is Not Okay" by Adib Khorram