governance
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"We need to work together to address issues like conflict, instability, governance failures, poverty and social discord."
From Barron's ● Jul. 27, 2026
Along with Minneapolis and St. Paul, it challenged Operation Metro Surge by arguing that the federal government had disrupted schools, businesses, emergency services, municipal resources, streets, and the trust on which local governance depends.
From Slate ● Jul. 27, 2026
Gutierrez said a candidate who is serious about demonstrating a commitment to good governance should be comprehensive in their financial disclosures and could divest from any stock holdings.
From Salon ● Jul. 24, 2026
"The message from protesters is clear: we're exhausted. We need a new kind of politics, a new political grammar - one rooted in ideas and focused on governance and delivery."
From BBC ● Jul. 23, 2026
Joff made a show of asking his grandfather to assume governance of the realm, and Lord Tywin solemnly ac-cepted the responsibility, "until Your Grace does come of age."
From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin
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