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Regulators were empowered to reduce prices at each hospital as necessary to bring total revenue to allocated levels.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 30, 2026
The county is empowered by statute to investigate and prosecute violations of the Unfair Competition Law on behalf of California residents and to seek restitution, civil penalties and injunctive relief for any violations.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 8, 2026
According to Harris, Boulder’s “entire thesis” depended on the idea that the “mere fact of having injuries” empowered it to regulate “worldwide conduct.”
From Slate ● Oct. 5, 2026
"We must foster a culture in which sexual assault is inexcusable and ensure our community is empowered and understands informed consent," he said.
From BBC ● Oct. 4, 2026
I hope people feel empowered by my fight and know that they have every right to demand a place at the table of whatever life is offering.
From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad
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