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Espriella has promised to deepen US-Colombian relations "like never before" if elected.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

Luna mostly avoided major controversies during his term — unlike Villanueva, who clashed with elected officials and journalists, and was involved in multiple lawsuits.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

Santos, who was elected as a Republican from a New York district, is known for fabricating his life story to win public office and was expelled from the House in 2023.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

Have I benefited from that relationship in the time that I've been an elected politician?

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

Because the armies were angered by Alexander’s softness, which I discussed above, after Alexander’s death they elected him to imperial power.

From "The Prince" by Niccolò Machiavelli