1.   Each had a slate of speakers waiting for the cameras to roll.

2.   Record companies have a slate of music makers to promote and a catalogue of songs to exploit.

3.   In addition to Bush and McCain, Alan Keyes and Steve Forbes had delegate slates on the New York GOP primary ballot.

4.   Republican leaders called the Legislature into session last week, intent on having a slate of electors for Bush in case the vice president prevailed in court.