31.   At the State Department Monday, a spokesman, Richard Boucher, said that strong ties between Japan and the United States would not be damaged by the accident.

32.   At the State Department Monday, a spokesman, Richard Boucher, said that strong ties with Japan would not be damaged by the accident.

33.   Atlanta also has established other strong ties to Winston Cup.

34.   Because of his strong ties to Texas, many believe McCombs would not want to rob Austin to pay Minneapolis.

35.   Barton, who has strong ties to Christian activists, hopes to force a House vote on the issue on Wednesday.

36.   Bessat said Switzerland is strategically important because of its strong international ties and export industry.

37.   Beyond ideological ties, there are also strong financial ties between Republicans and Amway.

38.   Blumenthal has strong ties not only to the president but to first lady Hillary Rodham Clinton.

39.   Boston is one of two places where Jarvis has strong ties.

40.   Both boast good schools, low crime and strong ties to the base.