61.   The company contends that olestra causes no more stomach upset than beans or broccoli.

62.   The company contends that Tripoda was dismissed solely on the grounds of poor performance as vice president of research and development at its subsidiary, Therakos.

63.   The company had contended that it was entitled to use a different interest rate than the guaranty corporation required.

64.   The companies contend that they are vital in loading supplies and guarding vans and trucks against theft and vandalism.

65.   The companies contended Monday that a deal would benefit consumers.

66.   The company also contends it never refused a request to post union literature.

67.   The company contended that Brown was detained in a reasonable fashion for a reasonable time.

68.   The company contends that as a result of the actions a majority of the board will be independent directors.

69.   The company contends that its size is one of its greatest assets, enabling it to satisfy customers who need different kinds of software.

70.   The company has long contended PCBs, or polychlorinated biphenyls, are being buried naturally by sediment.