71.   But some states are lagging, and states that have repaired computers for one program are often behind schedule in fixing computers used for other social programs.

72.   But the congressional pork patrol barely oinked at similar social programs in another bill passed earlier in the month.

73.   But polls say most Canadians by now are more worried about jobs and social programs.

74.   But the good news appears to stem from advances in medical technology and in the treatment of premature babies, rather than from any government social program.

75.   But secular social programs organized and operated by faith groups can be a winner for all concerned.

76.   But the new coalition of these traditionally leftist parties will be pre-occupied with budget-cutting rather than grand new social programs.

77.   But the tide against many social programs is swelling as conservative agendas gain strength in Congress and in the state Legislature.

78.   But the government has not focused on social programs like training for laid-off employees, education, health care and housing.

79.   But those savings would come at a cost, according to city officials, Democrats in Albany and advocates for social programs that Pataki proposed cutting.

80.   But their measure would require other budget cuts so severe as to drastically diminish the social programs they hold most dear.