1.   Clinton had vowed to oppose many of the cuts when they were first passed by the House, then favored changes made by the Senate.

2.   Force, winner of the past six Funny Car titles, comes into the season favored to make it seven straight.

3.   Many professionals incorporate videos in their teaching, and the majority seem to favor those made by teachers rather than players.

4.   However, Berisha, speaking during his yearend news conference, made clear he favors peaceful protests.