21.   Until now, he has said he supported civil unions, but feared that gay marriage would cause a backlash that could jeopardize gay rights.

22.   Others said the publication was undemocratic and could cause a backlash against the Jewish community.

23.   Israel had demanded the extradition of Mousa Abu Marzook, but it reportedly dropped the idea in the belief that such a trial would cause a backlash among Palestinians.

24.   Severe crimes by U.S. servicemen abroad cause diplomatic backlash.

25.   The abuse allegations, widely reported when they surfaced last week, have caused a backlash of criticism over the manner in which they were publicized.

26.   The terror attacks on the United States have endangered human rights worldwide and caused a backlash against Muslims, Amnesty International said Thursday.

27.   The weekend decision caused a backlash in Croatia, with veteran groups threatening to stage protests and erect barricades on main roads.

28.   Though other cases could follow, including compensation claims, Clark said foreign agencies have detected a caution that wider retribution could cause a backlash.