1.   Saying it helped to quell that flicker of excitement.

2.   For the time being, the state, which has no stake whatsoever in Credit Foncier, is saying nothing about helping.

3.   Republicans have attacked the plan in court, saying it helps white Democrats but takes away the opportunities for minorities that already existed.

4.   Within minutes, Bundesbank president Hans Tietmeyer hailed the French rate move, saying it would help smooth currency turbulence.

5.   Within minutes, Bundesbank president Hans Tietmyer hailed the French rate move, saying it would help smooth currency turbulence.

6.   At a news conference, House Speaker Dennis Hastert, R-Ill., defended the idea, saying it would help needy families.

7.   Majali called for such a parley this week, saying it help map out a unified Arab strategy towards the faltering peace process.

8.   Other student organizations greeted the plan more positively, saying it could help students.

9.   Saying it was helping Bosnia defend its northwestern enclave of Bihac, Croatia sent thousands of troops across the border into western Bosnia.

10.   Students and their labor allies immediately praised the landmark decision, saying it would help them tackle long hours and poor working conditions.