upholding

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The FIA has always offered a robust response to any such accusations, insisting it is a democratic organisation upholding good governance standards.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

"I will lead a reform-oriented Federal Reserve, learning from past successes and mistakes, both escaping static frameworks and models, and upholding clear standards of integrity and performance," Warsh said.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

“Our responsibility goes beyond adopting regulations — we are committed to upholding them by identifying violations and holding companies accountable for meeting emissions standards.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

A federal district judge on Friday rejected conspiracy theorist Alex Jones’s bid to shield Infowars from liquidation, upholding a bankruptcy court ruling that the assets aren’t protected by his personal bankruptcy estate.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

Was he “the future of America”? Was he upholding “the American way of life”? I guess it depends on who you ask.

From "All American Boys" by Jason Reynolds