electing

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The process of electing a president is seen as the most democratic way for its members to have a say in how the club is governed and how its strategy for the future should work.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

That document laid out strategies for electing centrists to the council.

From Los Angeles Times • May 9, 2026

However, with no presidential or legislative elections since 2006, electing local councils has become one of the last remaining democratic mechanisms under the Palestinian Authority.

From Barron's • Apr. 25, 2026

The five-time champion from Norway had dominated the classical game for nearly a decade, before electing not to defend his title.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

“I can not shoulder the responsibility of electing officers who publicly repudiate the principles of the society,” Foster said.

From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling