11.   The issue deserves a thorough debate.

12.   The issue deserved better, though neither man is comfortable with the subject.

13.   The parole issue deserves legislative debate.

14.   But the issue deserves more debate.

15.   Fok said the issue deserved study, and promised to consult elected Hong Kong officials before deciding on further action.

16.   Indeed, global issues deserve global actions.

17.   The issue deserves urgent consideration.

18.   Thomas Schatz, president of the Citizens Against Government Waste watchdog group, said the issue deserves immediate and urgent attention.