1.   After the transition period, broadcasters were to return the original spectrum to the government for auction.

2.   The community broadcasters are in a stronger position than ever before to establish credibility at a nationwide level.

3.   As it is, they say, British broadcasters are far too small to compete effectively in export markets or to resist overseas predators.

4.   Among those present was religious broadcaster Pat Robertson, who afterward spoke warmly about his first meeting with the pontiff.

5.   And according to Markey, the fact that religious broadcasters are able to buy commercial licenses is proof that their free speech is not being stifled.

6.   And Sen. John McCain, R-Ariz., who heads the Commerce Committee, complained that the broadcasters were being greedy.

7.   And the pencil press is just as capable of outrageous conduct to try to get the story as are broadcasters.

8.   At the behest of one commissioner, Susan Ness, broadcasters are meeting with Microsoft and other computer-industry companies to forge a compromise.

9.   At the same time, enthusiasm aside, the broadcasters are on the spot.

10.   Bonds of radio broadcasters have been among the best performers this year as a rash of acquisitions spurred optimism for better earnings.