71.   Both sides said later that the meetings had been cordial but that no tangible progress had been made in resolving the many differences.

72.   Both sides said later that they had not reached a resolution, but provided few details.

73.   Both sides said that relatively minor policy disagreements remained but that the bottom-line figure was set.

74.   Both sides said the agreement would enable the hospitals to reduce employment gradually, and thus become more efficient and keep costs for patients under control.

75.   Both sides said the complaint will not affect any negotiations.

76.   Both sides said the most likely result would be partial agreements and partial U.S. sanctions on Japan.

77.   Both sides said there were two main sticking points.

78.   Both sides said there will be another stopgap spending measure necessary to avoid a government shutdown.

79.   Both sides said there would be no briefings for the press on the progress of the talks.

80.   Both sides said they are willing to return to the table.