runoff
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DuBuisson’s runoff drew about one-third of registered voters.
From Salon • Jun. 8, 2026
For her, election night marked a “victory with an asterisk,” Sadhwani said, noting that Bass is first incumbent L.A. mayor in more than two decades to face a runoff.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026
Sanchez, a psychologist, surged late in the race to reach the runoff, thanks to strong support in rural areas.
From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026
Ballots from California’s jungle primary last week are still being counted, but dark-horse Democrat Xavier Becerra has secured a spot in the November runoff for governor.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026
Sometimes the ponds receive not only contaminated runoff but also a direct dose as crop-dusting pilots neglect to shut off the duster in passing over a pond.
From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson
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