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His speech on Sunday struck a conciliatory tone, vowing to respect democratic principles and govern for "all Colombians."

From Barron's • Jun. 22, 2026

It followed Ginger Wildheart's recent cancer diagnosis, with the singer refusing treatment and vowing to keep going.

From BBC • Jun. 15, 2026

Both came out against Venice Dell during the campaign, with Park vowing to “squash this on day one.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

And he has been resolved to pursue every legal and administrative avenue, vowing to “exhaust every internal remedy available” until, in his view, justice is served.

From Slate • May 28, 2026

He was frustrated, vowing he was going to do something about the cancellation.

From "Warriors Don't Cry: A Searing Memoir of the Battle to Integrate Little Rock's Central High" by Melba Pattillo Beals