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“Politicians are understanding that this is a significant group of people who can move the needle in races, especially close races,” McKinney said.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 14, 2026
But Gonzalez kept fouling off anything close to the strike zone.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 13, 2026
That had followed an initial attempt to target him as he was moving near a hospital close to the city.
From Barron's • Jun. 13, 2026
Brandon Wolf, who survived the attack but lost two close friends, has become one of the most visible voices in the push for gun reform and LGBTQ+ rights.
From Salon • Jun. 13, 2026
He’ll think I’m rejecting him, and he already thinks I’m too close to Nate, so that can’t happen.
From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam
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