Sentences with phrase «goad reform»

Despite optimism that the trials may goad reform from reluctant leaders, several reformers were skeptical that the political force required to produce reform will originate from the governor's office.

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And throughout American history, this belief has served as a goad to the conscience, inspiring reforms and renewal in almost every generation.

With Bharara out of the picture, state lawmakers may be less inclined to take up the ethics reforms he goaded them into passing.