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While supported by a number of his remarkable drawings, the sculptural Michelangelo we see mostly second-hand, through copies, casts, and independent works made by several of his many followers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

While all other followers of Jesus, from Quakers to Catholics, were officially designated as variations of “Christian,” Mormons did not enjoy the Christian label.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

"Numbers are the foundation of war. Everything starts there. Anyone who ignores this cannot play this game. They will be followers rather than leaders," Brovdi told AFP.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

When she was sleep-deprived, and struggling with postnatal depression with her first child, she paid hundreds of pounds for a sleep consultant and self-described maternity nurse, who had thousands of followers online.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

Both died as followers, doing the work they were commanded to do.

From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein