Despite Willy's endorsement, the book was not a success.

Despite his endorsement of expansionist policies, Seward also strongly advocated non-interventionism.

Despite the Missouri School's endorsement, the rest of the country's schools would take until 1916 before officially adopting braille.

Despite the governor's endorsement, the transportation department had never formally recommended a tunnel.

A similar proposal failed in 1986 despite the Koch administration's endorsement.

So, despite his endorsement by the party committee, Mr. Hennessey had to fight through a contentious primary.

Despite Mr. Pierce's endorsement, the contracts were eventually put on hold by the new Administration.

There is a very good reason why I felt she cannot be trusted, despite her protests and your endorsement.

Despite Yee's endorsement, Jew finished third, missing the runoff election.

Despite the Mayor's general endorsement, the commission's report contained some implicit criticisms of his nearly 10 years in office.