11.   This time around, however, casualties are minimal and a majority of Russians back the campaign.

12.   Only a slim majority of Israelis back the Israel-PLO agreement on Palestinian self-rule in the West Bank, according to a survey published Thursday.

13.   A majority of deputies backed the Socialist proposal for such a committee.

14.   A majority backed candidates seeking more democracy.

15.   A majority of deputies back the Socialist proposal for such a committee.

16.   A majority of French back the euro though many fear losing not only their currency, but their identity.

17.   Arlin Anderson of the county chamber of commerce claims that despite a high-profile opposition campaign, a silent majority backs the plant.

18.   But under court rules, plaintiffs win only if a majority of the judges backs their case.

19.   However, the far-right Party of Progress endorsed the plan, ensuring majority backing in parliament if needed.