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.
(..) - I'm Beowulf! And I'm here to kill your monster. I thought there are no more heroes foolish enough to come around here and die for our gold. If we die, it's be for glory, not for gold. My Lord, there are warriors outside. Geats. They are no beggars. and their leader, Beowulf, is a... (..)2007 Beowulf
(..) But this demon's tempest won't hold us out. if we really want IN! Who wants to live!? Then pull your oars! Let's see you do it! For Beowulf! For gold! For glory! Heave! Heave! Heave! Hold up. No. Who are you? From your dress, you are warriors. (..)2007 Beowulf