31.   But the proposal was opposed by prosecutors, who branded it a ploy that would allow Simpson to testify while dodging cross-examination.

32.   But this time Republicans up for re-election did not dare oppose the proposal outright.

33.   China vehemently opposes the proposal, and has said its passage would be close to intolerable.

34.   Clinton administration forestry officials opposed the proposal that is before the House.

35.   Clinton had opposed Republican proposals last year to eliminate many federal guarantees of Medicaid coverage for the poor.

36.   Conservative Republicans William Bennett and Jack Kemp joined forces Wednesday to oppose the proposal.

37.   Councilman Jeff Webster is the only council member who opposes the proposal, although others expressed some reservations.

38.   Councilman Joel Wachs, who opposed the proposal, said he felt it was misleading to the public.

39.   Democrats flatly oppose the proposal, which is viewed as crucial by many Republicans, especially conservatives.

40.   Dial also angered the Chicago Board of Trade by opposing its proposal for a new route for the delivery of soybeans.