41.   Jewish groups in Prague and abroad welcomed the decision.

42.   Joel Klein, the assistant attorney general for antitrust issues, said his department welcomed the decision.

43.   Lantos, the ranking Democrat on the House International Relations Committee, said he welcomed the decision.

44.   Lillian Laserson, vice president and general counsel for DC Comics, welcomed the decision, saying the episode was meant as a parody.

45.   Leach welcomed the decision on Wednesday evening.

46.   Paul Dergarabedian, president of the Exhibitor Relations Co. tracking service, said theater chains will welcome the decision to allow advance sales.

47.   Other proponents on Capitol Hill and beyond welcomed his decision Monday.

48.   Reith welcomed the decision.

49.   Republicans in Congress welcomed the decision.

50.   Right-wing politicians welcomed the decision to prosecute Raviv, calling it a courageous step toward uncovering the truth about his activities.