1.   On this score, Clinton reiterated his preference for targeted tax cuts for low- and moderate-income families, while not ruling out discussions about something bigger.

2.   The Iraqis also reiterated their preference for the review to be carried out under the direction of Annan.

3.   During the meeting, Mrs. Ciller reiterated her preference for a broad-based government that would include ministers from all parties in Parliament.

4.   The White House budget office reiterated that preference Wednesday.

5.   Acknowledging that Afghanistan needs and welcomes the cooperation of the UN, Morad reiterated the preference that peace forums be held inside the country rather than abroad.

6.   The UN Security Council echoed world outrage over the attack, but reiterated its preference for a negotiated solution over a military one.