Neither candidate has exactly 'covered himself in/with glory' [=neither candidate has been very successful or impressive] during this campaign.
They are 'basking in the glory' of their success. [=they are enjoying the attention that has been given to them because of their success]
He intends this movie to be the 'crowning glory' [=the final, most successful part or achievement] of his career as a filmmaker.
(..) - Sure you have. - No, I don't think so. I know that you do brush, but I don't think I've ever actually witnessed it before. Well, here it is in all its glory. Is that my toothbrush? I don't know. Is it? Yes, it is. - You left it here. - Peter, gross. (..)2013 TvShow: House of Cards Title: Chapter 2 Season: 1 Episode 2