candidates

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That means job candidates may be in for a tough, lengthy search, even as the economy added 115,000 jobs last month, topping forecasts.

From MarketWatch • May 12, 2026

Other candidates could get in on the action and, as Labour’s current leader, Starmer could run again by default.

From Salon • May 12, 2026

The United States will evaluate candidates based on "whether they meet this standard of trust and impartiality," she said, noting that Washington has its "own candidates in mind, if need be."

From Barron's • May 12, 2026

Researchers have already identified dozens of possible drug candidates for future investigation.

From Science Daily • May 12, 2026

He ran ahead of the Federalist candidates for Congress, who were swept from office in a Republican landslide.

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