11.   And consumer activists say the ruling could wind up costing consumers money because banks might feel emboldened by the court action and raise late fees.

12.   And activists say Bush makes little effort to balance the political playing field with his appointments and choice of advisers on environmental issues.

13.   And appalled AIDS activists said the play sent vague and confusing signals about the disease.

14.   And other activists said a finish in at least the top three would keep Ashcroft in the race.

15.   And some activists say a rapid transition away from communism could cause more harm than good in Cuba.

16.   And straight allies are key, activists say.

17.   And that shadow, many Asian American activists say, is created by fear, ignorance, and at least a little racism.

18.   And with his column, the activists say, Mazibuko is helping to open eyes that were once squeezed shut.

19.   Animal rights activists say the carnivals and circuses mostly do not overtly harm animals.

20.   Animal rights activists say the debate is not about political correctness, but about the humane treatment of animals.