41.   The capitalist state has to perform two essential but often contradictory functions.

42.   The state has some of the most stringent air quality regulations in the world.

43.   So the state has no had to tighten up the law to cut the cost.

44.   First, the state has its own institutional interests distinct from those of the classes and groups of civil society.

45.   Eleven out of twelve member states have.

46.   Allstate said other states have no such requirement.

47.   Although many companies have included lesbian and gay employees in non-discrimination policies, only three states have laws to protect employees from being fired because of their sexual orientation.

48.   Almost every state has license plates so its citizens can find out who owns a particular motor vehicle.

49.   Although Texas implemented more drunken driving laws this year, officials acknowledge the state has a long way to go.

50.   Also, Kyser said the state has had some recent successes in winning back businesses that moved out of California.