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.
(..) in the eyes of God! We are gonna get you out of that chair. And we're gonna have you walk. -It's all right. In the name of God's glory, rise up! Come on! Come on, man! Now God is gonna see you the rest of the way. (..)2008 The Curious Case of Benjamin Button