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representatives

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  1. Popularly elected officials who serve in state legislatures and in the House of Representatives in Congress. Representing the local districts from which they are elected, representatives support the interests of their constituents by proposing bills and programs. Elected for two-year terms, representatives in Congress must be sensitive to their constituents' concerns in order to be reelected.

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BBC News has contacted his representatives for further comment.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

An email to representatives for Affinity Gaming was not immediately returned.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

What fabulous representatives these are of the country that Europe once looked upon with gratitude and respect: clownish, crude and stupid all at once.

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

"We are aware of videos and adverts on social media platforms that appear to show senior Bank representatives endorsing investments or financial products. These are not genuine," it says.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

“They are representatives from the Council of Sages.”

From "Huntress" by Malinda Lo

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