71.   The administration initially considered moving to ban vending machines only in establishments frequented by children, but decided instead for a blanket prohibition.

72.   The administration is also considering increased grants to states, more money for after-school programs, model day-care centers and training for day-care workers.

73.   The administration is also considering sending troops to the former Soviet Republic of Georgia.

74.   The administration is considering executive actions on initiatives like clean air regulations and parental leave.

75.   The administration had quietly considered granting the permits for the past few months.

76.   The administration has considered ways to step up the pursuit of those indicted for war crimes.

77.   The administration has never considered sending troops to the region but only contributing services like assistance with logistics, communications and airlifts.

78.   The administration is considering sitting out another U.N. conference next month, also over concerns about language.

79.   The administration considered options that ranged from taxing casinos to taxing food stamps.

80.   The administration is also considering other ways to save, including creating a new class of worker, with less generous pension benefits.