priorities

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In the 2027 draft budget released by the city this month, the Police Department’s top two priorities were recruiting and retaining employees, and improving response times.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

A White House spokesperson said of the cuts at the time that EI-ISAC’s work no longer effectuated the priorities of the Department of Homeland Security.

From Salon • May 21, 2026

Carney’s government has deemed certain infrastructure projects, such as an expanded Port of Montreal, as national-building priorities.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

He used his first statement to the Welsh Parliament to press the case for more powers and funding for Wales' institutions, and set out his priorities including cutting waiting lists and tackling child poverty.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

“No. My priorities are still the same. I just need to manage my time better.”

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam