31.   Again, thousands gathered.

32.   As Milosevic spoke, thousands of opponents gathered on Belgrade streets.

33.   As Gov. Jeb Bush defended his decision to end affirmative action for university admissions and state contracts, thousands of people gathered nearby to rally against the policy.

34.   As well, thousands of fans gathered in main squares and lit firecrackers they had readied for the celebrations that never came.

35.   At the Tel Aviv square where Rabin was slain Saturday night, thousands of Israelis gathered throughout the night, lighting candles and holding a quiet vigil.

36.   At the Tel Aviv square where Rabin was slain Saturday night, thousands of Israelis gathered throughout the night, lighting candles and mounting a quiet vigil.

37.   At the Tel Aviv square where Rabin was slain Saturday, thousands of Israelis gathered throughout the night, lighting candles and mounting a quiet vigil.

38.   Braving torrential rain, thousands gathered in a park in London on Saturday to call for the legalization of marijuana.

39.   Despite the violence, thousands of Israelis gathered in Tel Aviv to urge a pullout from the West Bank and Gaza.

40.   Despite the attacks, thousands of people gathered at a central square for an outdoor concert organized by city officials.