21.   Although Republicans express confidence that Dole will extend the GOP winning streak, Democrats show no signs of giving up.

22.   Although the researchers expressed confidence that their findings apply nationwide, child-care experts in Texas reacted cautiously.

23.   Although the mayor expressed confidence that the legislature would take up his proposal, legislative leaders in Albany appeared sharply divided on what form any restructuring would take.

24.   Although the space for the Saudi peace initiative was left blank, senior officials expressed confidence that it would emerge as the summit centerpiece.

25.   An associate of Price expressed confidence that Oxford was a good investment.

26.   Analysts and industry insiders today expressed confidence in the Cadbury Schweppes deal.

27.   And given the unknowables, both Democrats and Republicans express confidence that the Bush administration will continue to conduct the war without regard to politics.

28.   And he expressed confidence that Congress would set aside partisanship to pass a remedy.

29.   And Getz expressed confidence that a new trial would lead to acquittal.

30.   And even as Sherman has fought to keep the case in juvenile court, he has expressed confidence that his client will be acquitted either way.