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In just six months, he has helped orchestrate the defection of five lawmakers—representing both the right and left of the political spectrum, from different parts of Canada—to his governing Liberal caucus.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 14, 2026
Mayer said the RN benefits from the divisions of its opponents on the right and left but still showed "many weaknesses".
From Barron's ● Mar. 23, 2026
“Look, it’s an interesting time in my country, but most people, right and left, want the same. They want a job with dignity, health for themselves and their family,” he said.
From Salon ● Nov. 30, 2025
The 199th overall selection played right and left tackle at Pittsburgh, but the Chargers see him as a future guard.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 27, 2025
You’d have to be a sad case not to be able to get a job in a country that’s at war especially with Yanks pouring in and spending money right and left.
From "Angela's Ashes: A Memoir" by Frank McCourt
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