21.   Bush, as governor of Texas, opposed legislation to bar executions of the mentally retarded and he maintained that position during the presidential campaign.

22.   But Clinton maintained his position through the primary as well as in the general campaign against President George Bush.

23.   But it said it would maintain its position for now given that the risks to the economy are evenly balanced between inflation and the possibility of another downturn.

24.   But the goalie maintained his position and stopped the puck with his torso.

25.   Democrats, fearing Republicans would maintain their position as the dominant anti-crime party, went all out.

26.   Funt and his associates maintain their positions.

27.   Hakkinen and Rubens Barrichello, who started fourth, maintained their positions.

28.   He had maintained that position throughout his political career.

29.   He said his players needed to maintain their positions and trust in the game plan.

30.   He recently decided to maintain the position of ambassador at large for war crimes.