41.   Initially, GOP leaders argued the committee already was too large and extra seats could lead to greater spending.

42.   Labor leaders argue the surplus should be paid out to retirees in higher benefits.

43.   Legislative leaders have argued the Clean Elections law passed overwhelmingly last year would limit their ability to pay for constituent services and other important non-campaign activities.

44.   Most industry leaders argue the cost of conversion is too high and markets for products too difficult to develop.

45.   Now the leaders argue that more time is needed to build the democratic institutions necessary for stability and smooth transitions of power.

46.   Now, some community leaders are arguing that anyone insensitive enough to use a word that could be so easily misconstrued should be out of a job.

47.   Now, many business leaders argue that the price of social protection is too high in a world of intense competitors from Asia to the United States.

48.   Organized labor leaders argue that such an influx of foreign workers could drive down U.S. wages and increase illegal immigration.

49.   Parade leaders argue that those who practice homosexuality should not be given the chance to flaunt their way of life in a Roman Catholic event.

50.   Pro-split leaders had argued that the earlier vote, held on a Wednesday, failed to reflect the will of staff nurses who could not get out of work.