responsibilities
Americannoun
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Pratt said on his website that his “treatment first” approach would direct resources into mental health and drug treatment care, which sounds good except that those responsibilities are primarily under county jurisdiction, not city control.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026
Only an open and respectful exchange can lead us to reconsider positions and reassess responsibilities.
From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026
On Friday, authorities sought to ease tensions by transferring security responsibilities from ICE to state police and setting up designated protest areas.
From Barron's • May 31, 2026
But circumstances such as unexpected job loss, healthcare issues or caregiving responsibilities can interrupt even the best-laid plans.
From MarketWatch • May 29, 2026
“You’ll come with me. As I understand it, you’ve been given certain new responsibilities from Father Olufemi, is that right?”
From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray
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