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councilman

[koun-suhl-muhn] / ˈkaʊn səl mən /


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Her interest in politics and election mechanics came about while growing up in Culver City, where her father served as a councilman and mayor.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 22, 2026

“Time to chuck Chuck,” councilman Dan Enright posted on social media.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 1, 2026

But Morano, the councilman, is adamant that "this is not just a place that should be known for landfills and mobsters."

From Barron's • Feb. 13, 2026

The councilman wrote that he was suspicious of flights near critical local infrastructure, including the Shasta Dam and Whiskeytown Dam.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 27, 2026

Thanks to Inej, he had information on every judge, bailiff, and high councilman in Kerch.

From "Six of Crows" by Leigh Bardugo