1.   But Lewis predicted that if Alexander emerged from the second tier to challenge Dole, these investments will be closely scrutinized anew.

2.   But several banks with a presence in neighboring states have recently emerged to challenge the market leaders.

3.   The low numbers reflect the fact that no single potential candidate has yet emerged to challenge Gore.

4.   Western diplomats say an alliance of disgruntled leaders and commanders in northern and eastern Afghanistan could emerge to challenge the new government.

5.   And Arafat has made certain over the years that no other political figure emerges to challenge his authority.

6.   But there will be no outright endorsement until the council sees whether any other candidates emerge to challenge him.

7.   Ultimately, however, most Republicans believe one candidate will emerge to challenge Buchanan.