Sentence examples for support popular from inspiring English sources

Russia has long argued that the West should not support popular uprisings against dictatorships in the Middle East lest Islamic fundamentalism take hold.

Popular art in general tends to be narrative, to reinforce uncontroversial beliefs and sentiments, to support popular institutions, and to create identity in a social group.

The Arabs and top Western diplomats argued that endorsing the demonstrators was the minimum step required to support popular demands for change that began with peaceful demonstrations and have evolved into an increasingly armed uprising.

The Qatari assistance to fighters viewed as hostile by the United States demonstrates the Obama administration's continuing struggles in dealing with the Arab Spring uprisings, as it tries to support popular protest movements while avoiding American military entanglements.

Not surprisingly, Hill's proposals rapidly gained strong support: popular agitation for the "penny post" overcame initial political disinterest, and the uniform rate and a system of prepayment by stamps were introduced in 1840.

But the White House is clearly hoping that the speech will also put the Republican candidates in the same box that Republican House members might find themselves: Either support popular jobs measures proposed by the president, or oppose them and risk angering voters who want something done.

"What would be the point of supporting popular causes?" he asks.

As the world's largest democracy, India supports popular aspirations for a democratic and pluralistic order.

Qatar has been at the forefront of supporting popular rebellions during the so-called Arab Spring, notably in Syria and Libya.

Although Cartier is synonymous with high-end watches and jewellery, the foundation promotes and supports popular art and emerging artists.

A widely supported popular revolution has been reduced to a smaller group of armed rebels attempting to overthrow a brutal dictator.