Sentence examples for focusing on districts from inspiring English sources
Undeterred by recent Democratic disappointments — four special election losses in GOP districts, including a very expensive one in Georgia — the California activists have taken the long-term view, focusing on districts where incumbent Republicans might be more vulnerable.
The phone solicitations by the National Organization for Marriage are focusing on districts where opponents believe senators' positions can be influenced.
Beginning Tuesday, they plan to emphasize a new argument, focusing on districts' ability to cut nonclassroom expenditures, like information-technology services, transportation, food services and facilities maintenance.
"Schilling is illustrative of the problem that all the 14 have," said Jennifer Crider, a spokeswoman for the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee, which is focusing on districts where Mr. Obama and Senator John Kerry both won as presidential nominees and where Democrats have a registration advantage.
At LaunchProgress, we proposed that by finding progressive champions, by focusing on districts underinvesting in young candidates, and by providing intensive, focused support in a candidates' first, local election, we could have a much greater impact on our communities and our country's future than if we were to compete at the federal level.
Rep. Lou Correa (D-Santa Ana), a second-term lawmaker who represents one of the other Orange County districts, said focusing on district priorities and constituents — rather than the glamour of Washington — is key for a first-term member seeking reelection.
But Mr. Unz did not focus on districts where scores had increased while bilingual classes continued.
"You're seeing an extraordinary change of policy, from an accountability system focused on districts and schools, to accountability based on teacher and principal evaluations," Ms. Weingarten said.
The assault on Homs, which began late on Friday, is focused on districts that are controlled by rebel forces.
A gazetteer group was created to focus on districts and upazilas.
The $1 million voting drive, funded by billionaire Tom Steyer, will focus on districts and states represented by NRA-backed lawmakers.
