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representatives

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  1. Popularly elected officials who serve in state legislatures and in the House of Representatives in Congress. Representing the local districts from which they are elected, representatives support the interests of their constituents by proposing bills and programs. Elected for two-year terms, representatives in Congress must be sensitive to their constituents' concerns in order to be reelected.


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Peacock representatives confirmed in an email that the fish at breakfast was “locally sourced Scottish smoked salmon, from various local providers.”

From Salon

Kluh, along with representatives from Orange and Ventura counties, said their teams have noticed over the past several years that the Aedes aegypti are adjusting to living in California and growing in population.

From Los Angeles Times

Union representatives however slammed the plans to "relocate large parts" of the Berlin operation to India, and accused management of breaching existing agreements.

From Barron's

It’s a surprisingly modest take from a company that frequently touts its roster of clients including AT&T, whose representatives spoke at D-Wave’s annual user conference in January.

From Barron's

Throughout the week, a panel of three judges has heard from the prosecution, defence, and victims' representatives as they weigh whether to proceed to a full trial.

From Barron's