21.   Consumers Union, which led the opposition, argued the foundations were simply Blue Cross lobbying and public-relations arms in disguise.

22.   Craig, who led the opposition to that amendment and instead pushed for voluntary background checks, called Bush last Wednesday, according to Bush spokesman David Beckwith.

23.   Delta Air Lines, Continental , Northwest and Virgin have led the opposition to the proposed alliance.

24.   Earlier last year, Gramm led the opposition to legislation that would have raised cigarette taxes and permitted more government regulation of tobacco companies.

25.   Former Mayor Bob Lanier, who led opposition to the affirmative action referendum, was applauded by President Clinton for his efforts in defeating the measure.

26.   Germany led the opposition to additional spending by the group.

27.   Germany leads the opposition, and is supported by Italy, Switzerland, Norway and Sweden.

28.   Hands Off Washington successfully led the opposition to two proposed ballot initiatives that would have prevented the state from giving gays protection under its anti-discrimination laws.

29.   He even dispatched his daughter, Robin, to run Safe Schools and Workplaces, which led the opposition, the association said.

30.   He has a record of championing immigrant causes, most recently leading opposition to dismantle bilingual education in Arizona.