91.   The Boss, as he was known, was retired but continued to wield great influence.

92.   The armed men appear to wield tremendous influence, however.

93.   The EU may fall victim to economic orthodoxy, beloved of central bankers, who will wield great influence in the new arrangements.

94.   The Democratic-controlled Senate can wield influence in other areas.

95.   The GOP establishment is expected to wield strong influence at the Republican National Convention, and if it still wants Bush, it will have him as the nominee.

96.   The National Rifle Association wields considerable influence in the Legislature, particularly in the House.

97.   The old powers still ply the statehouse halls, seeking to wield influence.

98.   The news and entertainment media are wholly dependent on ad revenues, and advertisers wield considerable influence.

99.   The next governor could wield enormous influence over the debate.

100.   The sale of liquor and beer is prohibited in the county, where churches wield strong influence and where voters hold public officials to high moral standards.