Sentences with phrase «running as a contender»

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The daughter of Cuban immigrants whose relentless career trajectory has included, among other things, running the network Telemundo, building her own television empire and appearing as a contender on The Celebrity Apprentice, she is a devout advocate for women taking control of their own destinies («I built my career on being loud and brave,» she said).

On Wednesday, Texas senator and presidential contender Ted Cruz announced at an Indiana rally that he had chosen Carly Fiorina, the former chief executive of Hewlett - Packard as his vice presidential running mate.

Fiorina, now a Republican presidential contender running on her record as a corporate executive, declined multiple requests for comment.

Embarking on a media tour to promote his new book - and, in the process, testing a potential White House run - the former Massachusetts governor is reprising lines on his Mormon faith from his last bout as presidential contender.

The Mail add that Paris Saint - Germain have joined the running for the 29 - year - old's signature and could be strong contenders to snap him up as he becomes available this summer.

It was seen as an underdog run by a team that had never before consistently been contenders.

The 25 - year - old's tremendous run has helped Liverpool into the semi-finals of the Champions League, and if he carries on like this they'll have to go down as genuine contenders for the trophy.

It is up to Arsenal to make the most of any slip ups by our Premier League rivals of course, and after slipping back into third place, even though we are only behind Man City on goal difference, means that we will need to do better than them and Leicester City for the rest of the season, while the run of results from our north London rivals has brought Tottenham right up to just two points behind us and got people talking about them as genuine title contenders.

An explosive run as a rookie head coach at Louisville, demanding and then abandoning a 10 - year contract for the NFL in a moment that helped cement his heel persona, a superstar NFL player sent to federal prison, a midnight flight to take over a SEC program shortly after, an employee sex scandal that imploded a potential BCS title contender, and finally, a chance to keep his family together in one state and restart his career.

I didn't watch the match last night as I was on the field playing I ran my heels off I was in their faces I was angry I got a well - deserved yellow and could have been sent off later on I intercepted a good few balls and assisted with 2 goals and won the match From the highlights and the analysis I understand the Arsenal were weak in midfield the Arsenal needs an enforcer someone just like me a motivator and in the face of the opponents a thorn in the side I also believe MR wenger was at fault we all knew we would be weak in defence the least MR wenger should have had is a strong fresh midfield after all we had a tough encounter with city + traveling why didn't he use Rosciky, Carzola and Campbell On a different note I like chamberland stature he is tall and has pace and energy why not adapt him to the defensive midfield position with clear emphasis to be in the opponents face The arsenal and Mr wenger need to wake up fast now we have this weekend to prepare for Chelsea if we believe we are title contenders

With Arsenal having a rather mediocre start to the season, there have been a lot of theories put forward in regards to the reasons as to why Arsene Wenger's side have failed to hit in the ground running in a campaign where they were billed as one of the top title contenders.

The Mirror reports that Mauricio Pochettino's Premier League contenders, as well as Southampton and West Ham United, are monitoring the 22 - year - old, whose contract with Augsburg runs until 2019.

If true, it means are club is being run as a business venture, not as contenders for any major trophy, it means that Kroenke is not as «hands off» as he likes to make out, although there has been evidence to support that in the past as well, and it shows what a huge mistake it was for Danny Fiszman / Nina Bracewell - Smith to sell their shares to him, as he appears to be using the Glazer model as his template.

I am starting my boycott by not watching this team or buying any merchandise if only us fans were more objective and serious about our team it wouldnt be 11 years and counting that we are not even be considered as genuine title contenders even crystal palace and Swansea city seems to be more aggressive and focus than arsenal I hope none of you all gets a heart attack after the window closes and we make a panic buy and sign Mahrez from Leicester this is such a stupidly run club

Thomas Tuchel is among the leading contenders to take over — even though he looks set for a move to Paris Saint - Germain — while Gunners legends Thierry Henry and Patrick Vieira are in the running as well.

Too early to say that he can lead City to Champions League glory in his first season as manager but in the long run, he has all the traits to make City one of the main contenders and never know a winner as well.

Sainz will run the Power Stage as the VIP course car that checks the layout before the timed World Rally Championship contenders.

A Pedro Obiang goal of the season contender was matched late on by Heung - Min Son as David Moyes's men equalled their longest unbeaten run of the season.

«@realdonaldtrump removes all doubt: he is running for President as a fascist demagogue,» Democratic presidential contender Martin O'Malley said.

What's particularly interesting here is the fact that 1) Lanza was briefly mentioned as a potential NY - 13 contender when it looked possible that the WFP and 1199 would run a primary challenger against Democratic Rep. Mike McMahon (that seems unlikely now), and 2) Lanza said yesterday he would support his longtime friend Vito Fossella if he mounts a comeback attempt against McMahon.

St. Lawrence, who has been speculated as a potential state Senate candidate (for Tom Morahan's seat) or Rockland County executive contender if Scott Vanderhoef runs for Morahan's slot, as is expected, has said he won't primary Cuomo's pick if it isn't him.

Her client include: Rep. Carolyn Maloney, John Lewis (running in Georgia) and Rep. Walter Minnick (Idaho); as well as several state Senate contenders (Regina Calcaterra, who is running against GOP Sen. Ken LaValle, and Didi Barrett, who is challenging Sen. Steve Saland), Assemblyman Jonathan Bing and Manhattan DA Cyrus Vance Jr..

Dutchess County Executive Marc Molinaro had been mentioned as a possible contender, but most likely won't run, according to one GOP operative.

Bellone's praise of Sini, whom he appointed in 2015 to overhaul the scandal - plagued department, comes as Suffolk Democratic Party leaders mull over a roster of contenders interested in running for district attorney, including David Calone, a former county planning commission chairman.

Kasich, unlike anti- «New York values» contender Ted Cruz, is seen by many city and suburban Republicans as an acceptable alternative to Trump, and he has been running under - the - radar campaigns in several congressional districts.

Cox has not only yet to embrace a US Senate contender, but as recently as several weeks ago was putting out feelers to potential candidates other than the three who have already decided to run — Malpass, former Rep. Joe DioGuardi and Bruce Blakeman — none of whom are performing particularly strongly against Gillibrand in the polls.

STERLING, Virginia — Virginia Sen. Tim Kaine has emerged as the leading contender to join the Democratic ticket as Hillary Clinton's running mate, according to two Democrats, who both cautioned that Clinton has not made a final decision and could yet change directions.

Political analysts noted that the two running mates aren't as well known as past V.P. contenders like Biden.

Former speaker of parliament, Halimah Yacob on Wednesday emerged as Singapore's eighth president after a «walkover» election that saw no other contenders run for the position.

As you'll recall, two of Paladino's fellow statewide GOP contenders signed on to run with him on the independent Taxpayers Party line: US Senate hopefuls Gary Berntsen and David Malpass.

Cuomo's name is frequently mentioned as a possible Presidential contender in 2016, that is if former First Lady and Secretary of State Hillary Clinton doesn't run.

However, the two contenders will face off again in November, as Hynes is also running as a Republican.

Nex, which used to be known as Icap and is one of the world's biggest money - broking firms, is attempting to head off a rebellion at next week's annual general meeting by announcing its chairman will personally pay back the # 25,000 used to fund the candidates, including one who ran against Lib Dem leadership contender Sir Vince Cable.

As Cuomo prepares for a likely third - term run and with allies talking of him as a potential contender for the White House, the impact of the Percoco trial remains to be seeAs Cuomo prepares for a likely third - term run and with allies talking of him as a potential contender for the White House, the impact of the Percoco trial remains to be seeas a potential contender for the White House, the impact of the Percoco trial remains to be seen.

The «Stop Common Core» party candidates would include Astorino and his running mate, lieutenant governor candidate Chris Moss, as well as other Republican candidates for statewide offices and federal or local contenders who want to run on the line, he said.

Gillibrand has been mentioned as a potential presidential or vice presidential contender, and insiders say she would be unlikely to even consider a gubernatorial run even if she's relegated to the minority next month.

He ousted Democratic incumbent Tom Suozzi, who was viewed as a rising star in the party — possibly even a gubernatorial contender (ahem) or a running mate for Gov. David Paterson.

He was also mentioned as a possible opponent to Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, or perhaps even an LG contender, but in the end decided he would rather return to the private sector and prepare for another run for mayor in 2013.

But it is interesting to note the very warm feelings being expressed today for Schweitzer — a red state Democrat who is viewed by insiders as an intriguing White House contender because he polls well with independents and moderates, even though he's not as well known as Cuomo or Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley or any other of the numerous candidates likely to rise to the top tier of if former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton decides not to run.

The NYLCV plans to contribute to its chosen six and also run independent expenditure campaigns on behalf of at least two lucky contenders, perhaps spending as much as $ 200,000.

Thomas Akurugu, a contender tipped by analysts to be the biggest beneficiary of the division in the NDC as a significant number of the dissatisfied NDC members say they will not dash their votes to Rex Asanga of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), appeared so impressed by the crowd size that he ran out of words to describe his joy.

We take great pride that our champion and patron, State Senate Democratic Leader David Paterson was chosen by Attorney General Spitzer as his running mate to become New York's next Lieutenant Governor and possible future contender for the U.S. Senate.

But now that he is officially in the running, Weiner might be viewed as a strong contender since he has close to $ 4.5 million in his campaign war chest, according to the city Campaign Finance Board.

The straw poll, which was conducted by ABC News and Manchester - based WMUR - TV at the state party's annual gathering in Derry, asked state committee members to choose from 20 potential White House contenders, including those such as New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie (R) who have ruled out of the running.

Harlem Assemblyman Keith Wright, current East Harlem Assemblyman Robert Rodriguez and City Council Speaker Melissa Mark - Viverito are all regarded as prospective contenders for Mr. Rangel's seat, though the last has denied any interest in running.

As she gears up for the borough - wide race — assuming that current BP Scott Stringer runs for mayor — possible contenders for her district seat are already emerging.

The former Democrat joined the GOP to run for governor, and was viewed as a solid contender for a third term in November.

Ferreras - Copeland could have run for one more term, and was seen as a leading contender to become the next City Council

The Love Gov's potshot at the longtime politician — who insists he has supported abolishing term limits as a principle for years — came one day after a Quinnipiac University poll showed the two contenders running neck - and - neck in the formerly lopsided race.

State Assemblywoman Addie Russell's name surfaced as a possible Democratic contender for the 21st Congressional District seat, after Rep. Bill Owens announced he won't run again.