21.   And ratings have been weak for a new show starring Julia Louis-Dreyfus, who played Elaine.

22.   And their ratings were only a fraction of the shows for the major broadcast networks.

23.   And while the ratings may be down, sporting events still are the ideal way for advertisers to reach key audiences.

24.   And though the show has performed well when measured against both its competitors and its predecessors, the ratings are iffy, jeopardizing its future.

25.   Are the ratings on his morning show so bad he needs more exposure?

26.   As for Cuomo, his popularity ratings are low enough that he craves support most anywhere he can find it.

27.   Aside from two sure things -Tiger Woods and NASCAR - television ratings are down in every sport.

28.   As with all ski areas, the green circle, blue square and black diamond ratings were relative to one another.

29.   At a time when TV ratings are down for NFL games, how was it that the networks just about doubled their payoff for new contracts?

30.   At one time, ratings were a concern as national embarrassment lingered over accusations that Salt Lake City won the bid illicitly from the IOC.