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Some 40 lawmakers in the parliament from different political groups last week voiced backing for the petition's goal, in a letter to the commission.

From Barron's • Jun. 16, 2026

Researchers and lawmakers have pointed to myriad reasons.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 16, 2026

Warsh then served as Bernanke’s eyes and ears on Wall Street and Capitol Hill, sometimes introducing himself to lawmakers as an aide to the chairman, underselling his Senate-confirmed job.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 15, 2026

Albanian lawmakers amend legislation on protected natural areas, allowing high-end tourism developments -- including five-star hotels -- in certain zones.

From Barron's • Jun. 15, 2026

In general, I thought of lawmakers almost like armored tortoises, leather-skinned, slow moving, thick with self-interest.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama