These two events spurred Warder to become an activist, raising awareness of the disease within the medical community and the general public.

This event spurred debate on government censorship in Sweden.

This event angered Stone and spurred her interest in women's voting rights.

The event spurred a great homecoming and intense discussion about art publishing.

The events at Waco spurred both criminal prosecution and civil litigation.

Mr. Hayes said a little such humor was a good thing, but he hoped this year's event would spur a serious commitment to energy efficiency.

The event caused a sensation in the media in Ireland and spurred public debate on the topic.

This event spurred another economic downturn for the Weimar Republic.

Such events have spurred many wealthy Democrats to explore investments in possible, liberal-skewing media ventures.