1.   NASD is under Securities and Exchange Commission investigation for alleged favoritism toward the large member firms that trade on its market.

2.   That is why this latest controversy about Reeves and his alleged favoritism toward Maddox and then his blast against Giants fans being too harsh too quickly is treacherous waters.

3.   The release of the communique and strategic concept documents was delayed by objections by Turkey over alleged favoritism to European Union countries within NATO.

4.   He has also crossed swords with the U.N. staff union over alleged favoritism in personnel policies.

5.   However, it said, recent controversies over alleged favoritism toward those with connections to the mainland could raise doubts about the legal system.

6.   The Russians had threatened to leave Salt Lake City because of alleged favoritism before backing off Friday.