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Hassett instead has been emphasizing a separate survey — the Conference Board’s consumer-confidence index — that he asserts more accurately reflects Americans’ views on the economy.

From MarketWatch • May 26, 2026

Annaly has been emphasizing liquidity, balance-sheet resilience, and risk-adjusted returns at this point in the cycle.

From Barron's • Jan. 9, 2026

By focusing on cost-of-living concerns, Beutner’s campaign has been emphasizing an issue that is at the forefront of next week’s election for New York City mayor.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 31, 2025

President Joe Biden’s administration has been emphasizing the need for an eventual two-state solution, with Israel and a Palestinian state coexisting.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 1, 2023

The NFL has been emphasizing its collaborations with Native and Indigenous people based in Arizona.

From Washington Times • Feb. 9, 2023