commonwealth
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My colleagues in Congress ask why I back commonwealth status.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 24, 2025
The U.S. government can strengthen the commonwealth by accelerating the disbursement of reconstruction funds for the island’s energy grid.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 24, 2025
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear offered his condolences on social media, saying "violence like this has no place in our commonwealth or country".
From BBC • Jul. 13, 2025
EDT Saturday in the commonwealth of bourbon and horse racing.
From Los Angeles Times • May 3, 2025
I thought it was fairly brave—or stupid—considering the commonwealth of Virginia had never considered it a priority to install lights on its highways and roads.
From "The Darkest Minds" by Alexandra Bracken
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