1.   A brash populist, Fieger has taken the lead largely by building support among black voters in Detroit, who like his irreverent style and unvarnished talk about racism.

2.   His irreverent style and caustic perspective are expected to add a new segment of viewers.

3.   This is partly a response to stiff competition from Liberation, a leftist daily known for its irreverent style, aggressive reporting and extensive coverage of the arts.

4.   Tony Banks, a popular Labour backbencher well known for his irreverent style and support of Chelsea football club, became secretary of state for sport.