families
Americannoun
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“Instead they have been presented with a decision that demonstrates a profound disregard for the victims, their families, and the prosecutors who dedicated themselves to seeking justice on their behalf.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 7, 2026
“California will keep fighting to do right by the families of Southeast Los Angeles.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 6, 2026
First elected to the Senate in 1984, he helped establish the Children's Health Insurance Program in 1997, extending coverage to millions of children from low-income families.
From Barron's ● Nov. 6, 2026
The families also say their grief has been made worse by how police have handled their loved ones' remains and belongings since the fire.
From BBC ● Nov. 6, 2026
For the first time, families in Rochester had household staff, elegant evening clothes, and places to wear them.
From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock
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