as in legislators
a member of an organized body of persons having the authority to make laws
one of the most politically adept solons in the state legislature
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Noun
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Our state legislators should use their power to expand, not remove, high-quality, affordable childcare options that Hartford families and those throughout Connecticut desperately need.—
Josette Walters,
Hartford Courant,
27 Mar. 2026 -
Advocates and legislators were spurred into action, and in January bills gained steam to put in place new rules and regulations.—
Shannon Tyler
March 27,
Idaho Statesman,
27 Mar. 2026
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Neither Republican senators, who made the latest offer, nor Democrats, who are demanding more changes in immigration enforcement, appeared closer to a compromise.—
LISA MASCARO,
Arkansas Online,
26 Mar. 2026
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The vote on the Iran War Powers resolution failed 47-53, with senators voting largely along party lines.—
Christopher Cann,
USA Today,
25 Mar. 2026
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“Solons.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/solons. Accessed 31 Mar. 2026.
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