21.   But some environmental groups expressed concern that the tax provisions could hurt the bill.

22.   But some gay groups expressed little confidence in Bush.

23.   But the group also expressed doubt that the initiatives would be enough to prosecute perpetrators of torture or end abuses.

24.   Civil rights and gay rights groups expressed disappointment at the ruling, which cannot be appealed, because it did not turn on any claim of federal constitutional law.

25.   Conservation groups now express concern that the Bush administration will shrink the boundaries of the monument.

26.   Conservative and religious groups also expressed outrage.

27.   Conservative groups expressed delight at the choice of Ashcroft.

28.   Consumer groups expressed some cynicism about the outcome.

29.   Consumer groups have also expressed opposition to the plan.

30.   Councilman Richard Alarcon, who showed up to show support, said a few groups have expressed interest in the foundry.