21.   Another key administration proposal is an acceleration of tax cuts for higher income brackets that under current law are not scheduled to happen for several years.

22.   Are tax cuts dead for this year?

23.   Are they still committed to this huge tax cut for the wealthy?

24.   As for Bob Dole, he is proposing deep tax cuts for all Americans, embracing a radical economic theory that until recently he called bunkum.

25.   At some schools, in part because of current budget restraints but also in anticipation of cuts for next year, the ax has already fallen.

26.   Austerity measures have been instituted, including pay cuts for politicians and senior civil servants and reduced spending on military equipment.

27.   Barry has become embroiled in an investigation of possible money laundering and a fierce battle with the City Council over pay cuts for workers.

28.   Because recent state income has been higher than expected, lawmakers and Bush are talking tax cuts for the next two budget years.

29.   Beyond those making simple fairness arguments is a swarm of tax lobbyists already seeking additional cuts for special interests.

30.   Both say they want a balanced budget, the line-item veto and tax cuts for the middle class.