11. His report paints a picture of persistent persecutions of the Kurds, of the Shiite tribes in the southern marshes and Turkomans and other ethnic or religious groups. 12. In fact, some reports paint a gloomier picture than ever. 13. In much of the country, though, the report paints a picture of stark disparities. 14. More timely private industry reports paint a positive picture of manufacturing activity. 15. More timely private industry reports paint a mixed picture of manufacturing activity. 16. Quoting from refugees, the report paints a picture of women and children essentially held hostage by aid workers and peacekeepers. 17. Recent economic reports have painted a mixed picture. 18. Recent economic reports have painted the picture of a country in steady recovery. 19. Sherman and others say the report does not paint an accurate picture of the economy. 20. Some recent reports have painted a picture of an economy more robust than many analysts and investors had expected. |