1.   He scheduled early referendums on creating legislatures in Scotland and Wales, and he won both votes.

2.   Opponents of the laws have said they create legislatures filled with inexperienced lawmakers who are dominated by savvy lobbyists.

3.   He urged the Palestinians to end corruption, create a legislature with real powers and establish an independent judiciary.

4.   Hong Kong governor furious at China for creating new legislature.

5.   The Democrats say China is trying to sidestep Hong Kong voters and create a legislature that will do its bidding.

6.   The U.S. president urged the Palestinians to overhaul the Palestinian Authority, to rid it of corruption, create a legislature with real powers and establish an independent judiciary.