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.
(..) As long as the broadcast goes through, our team should be able to get in and out undetected. The truth. Not the myths about a life of luxury. Not the lie about glory for your homeland. Mockingjay One, Mockingjay One, you are one minute out from perimeter defense. - Going dark. Or my body, at least. (..)2014 The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 1