| Answer | Crossword Clue |
|---|---|
| declaring | Announce oneself as a candidate for an election |
| declared | Announce oneself as a candidate for an election |
| nominates | Propose or formally enter as a candidate for election or for an honor or award |
| nominating | Propose or formally enter as a candidate for election or for an honor or award |
| nominated | Propose or formally enter as a candidate for election or for an honor or award |
| mandates | The authority to carry out a policy or course of action, regarded as given by the electorate to a candidate or party that is victorious in an election |
