accountable
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In a highly critical report published on Friday, MPs accused SEW of poor leadership, weak governance and a culture where nobody was held accountable.
From BBC • May 1, 2026
“If I am secretary of state, I will implement it and hold the registrars accountable and hold my office and myself accountable for doing the will of the people.”
From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026
The video led lawmakers in Quebec voted unanimously to demand his resignation, and Prime Minister Mark Carney said that he and the company’s board should be held accountable for a lapse in judgment and compassion.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026
But again, the whole purpose of free speech is so that powerful institutions like the Mormon church can be held accountable to the public.
From Salon • Apr. 29, 2026
Along the way, we'd work to hold the business community accountable for its decision making around issues impacting children's health.
From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama
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