Briggs
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A cardiothoracic surgeon, Briggs realized the newly activated law didn’t provide adequate protections for patients having medical complications.
From Salon • Jun. 8, 2026
It was not the first time either Briggs or Murphy had taken positions that aggravated members of their parties in legislatures that have taken sharp turns to the right.
From Salon • Jun. 8, 2026
From Ireland, there is a lack of women with international coaching experience although former Test players Niamh Briggs and Tania Rosser could make cases.
From BBC • May 27, 2026
Briggs, the councilwoman, conceded DTE’s service has improved.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026
Miss Briggs gurgled with pleasure and kissed the child’s satin pink cheek.
From "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith
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