candidates

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It has become the most expensive House primary in US history, with more than $32m spent by the candidates and affiliated committees.

From BBC • May 18, 2026

Some employers have cooled on hiring candidates with graduate degrees.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

Voters quoted in the piece consistently say they are searching for candidates with detailed, credible plans on affordability, homelessness, and mental health rather than simply a strong brand or online presence.

From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2026

They rank candidates in order of preference and a contender needs 50 percent to win.

From Barron's • May 16, 2026

Rowan and the two other candidates for Scythedom were to go first.

From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman