candidacy

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I asked Bores what he thought of it, and he said the premise was flawed, saying it’s the framing desired by the groups that want to sink his candidacy.

From Slate • Jun. 2, 2026

The Nutrients study, conducted during the PhD candidacy of Tiago Bertola Lobato, was part of a broader FAPESP-supported project exploring how insulin resistance develops in non-obese animals.

From Science Daily • May 31, 2026

However, he announced his candidacy after sitting MP for Makerfield, Josh Simons, resigned his seat.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

He is using his money to not only tout his record and build a robust campaign operation, but to slash at competitors who present a threat to his candidacy.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

Hamilton, in turn, opposed Burr’s candidacy for the vice presidency in 1792 and two years later blocked his nomination as American minister to France.

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis