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As city attorney, he said, he was empowered to tell city officials when a proposed action was unlawful and refuse to support it.
From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026
The promise of an “internet for niche communities” and “the empowered independent creator” has been taking a beating as the web has become less open and increasingly dominated by a few platforms and players.
From Slate • May 22, 2026
They require changes before problems become crises, and they’re empowered to address risks as they emerge.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026
Genevieve's parents, John and Katie, believe that parents are becoming more empowered to ask questions.
From BBC • May 6, 2026
Legal rulings empowered people with developmental disabilities to refuse treatment and created rights for the mentally disabled that made forced institutionalization much less common.
From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson
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