motivations
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It rests with the motivations and decisions of executives, investors and shareholders who continue to subscribe to a doctrine of short-term profits and revenue at the expense of our health and well-being.
From MarketWatch • May 21, 2026
“I don’t think about Americans’ financial situations,” he told reporters on Tuesday when asked about motivations on talks with Iran.
From Barron's • May 13, 2026
We do not yet fully understand the suspect’s motivations, but we have strong indications.
From Slate • Apr. 26, 2026
Once you understand the fears and motivations of undocumented immigrants, you realize that most of what’s said about them makes no sense.
From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026
In Diaz’s list, spiritual and material motivations were equally important.
From "1491" by Charles C. Mann
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