public servant

Example Sentences

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He said that, as a public servant, he has always been transparent, responsible and followed the law.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

Peters was convicted on several charges including attempting to influence a public servant, violating her elections duty and conspiring to commit criminal impersonation.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

The obscure law bans a person from soliciting or receiving nonpublic information from a public servant by means of their office or employment with the intent to obtain a benefit.

From Slate • Mar. 26, 2026

That was in keeping with the career of a public servant who had spent four decades serving both Democratic and Republican presidents.

From Barron's • Mar. 21, 2026

But if this were true, Zeitoun thought, he was a very dedicated public servant.

From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers