91.   The debate was opened Wednesday by Chavalit Yongchaiyudh, the hugely unpopular premier Chuan replaced in November.

92.   The death of Mario Goral has opened public debate about violence against Gypsies, who have been increasingly subject to racist attacks.

93.   The House is scheduled to open floor debate on the measure Wednesday.

94.   The House opened debate on a far-reaching foreign affairs bill Tuesday, with a vote set for Thursday.

95.   The earliest end ever to a presidential primary season has opened a debate on whether elections should be coordinated to give more voters more of a say.

96.   The group gathered for dinner Sunday night and were to open debate Monday on the single European currency.

97.   The legislature opened debate Wednesday on a bill to deport children who enter illegally from China, while critics decried the measure as unconstitutional.

98.   The National Assembly meanwhile opened debate on legislation aimed at depoliticizing the armed forces before the elections.

99.   The lower house of parliament, the State Duma, is scheduled to open debate Thursday on impeaching Boris Yeltsin.

100.   The National Assembly opened debate on a proposed law granting investors greater rights and passage was expected.