21.   But critics question why public officials would enter into an agreement that could increase costs.

22.   But critics questioned some of the groupings and warned about drawing too many conclusions from the report.

23.   But critics question his motives.

24.   But critics question whether there will be any savings, saying that in all likelihood, more jail space will be needed in the hub cities.

25.   But critics still questioned whether the department, which includes many other political appointees, could independently investigate the company.

26.   But industry critics question how reliable such technology could be.

27.   But some critics have questioned her ability to manage the agency, a task she generally has left to her top deputy, Jamie Gorelick.

28.   But some critics have questioned whether the appointment of leaders linked to the governor has politicized the university.

29.   But some critics question whether Williams can take credit for the drop in crime, a reduction in police shootings, and the decline in other uses of force.

30.   But some critics question how effective such a campaign might be.