11.   Dooley said despite such speculation, he and Adams have a good working relationship.

12.   Douglass said despite the famous footsteps of her past, she was never rattled by them or compelled to follow in them.

13.   Gallego said despite the high-profile support for his bills, there remain challenges.

14.   Gay activists, however, say despite the change in wording, the essence of the bill remains the same.

15.   Goss said despite the complexity, the people involved -- seniors, disabled and poor -- will keep track of the debate.

16.   He said despite the disappointment, he woke up last Monday morning motivated to do well, and he has carried his solid ball-striking into this tournament.

17.   His contract disputes with the Bruins were an annual saga, but Wesley said despite that, he liked it in Boston.

18.   In fact, manufacturers say despite the business casual trend, the tie remains a popular item.

19.   Kraft said despite a consensus, the owners would prefer to make their expansion decision at the October meeting.

20.   Local leaders say despite the rowdy atmosphere, violent crime is not a given in the area.