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In a moment when Black Americans’ voting rights seem under threat, state Rep. Angie Nixon, D-Fla., finds herself aiming to follow in the footsteps of her ancestors and mentors.

From Salon Jul. 7, 2026

The films follow in the footsteps of “Iron Lung” a self-produced sci-fi/horror film made by YouTube creator Mark “Markiplier” Fischbach that was a box-office smash after being released in January.

From MarketWatch Jun. 1, 2026

He attended Syracuse in 1947 to follow in the footsteps of his brother.

From The Wall Street Journal May 27, 2026

Perhaps Terry would aim to follow in the footsteps of another former team-mate, Cesc Fabregas, by taking on a dual role.

From BBC Apr. 15, 2026

Nevertheless, she wanted to follow in the footsteps of Aeneas, son of Aphrodite, the first demigod to settle here after the Trojan War.

From "Blood of Olympus" by Rick Riordan




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