31.   But the New York campaign was taking shape Wednesday night in the offices of Forbes and Dole.

32.   But the other, Rep. John Kasich of Ohio, faced with the reality that his campaign has not taken off, will endorse Bush, aides said.

33.   But the Bush campaign is not taking Florida as a given.

34.   But the Gore campaign takes serious pride in its scheduling prowess.

35.   But the McGreevey campaign also took the opportunity to accuse Schundler of not scrupulously guarding taxpayer dollars while he was mayor of Jersey City.

36.   Despite a similar lead earlier this week, the Clinton campaign took no chances.

37.   Despite the apparent lead, the Campbell campaign has taken an aggressive posture toward Arrington, hoping to secure a majority without facing a runoff.

38.   Even as his campaign was taking off, he could not afford much advertising.

39.   Even when Bradley made clear that he was running for president, the Gore campaign took months to retool its strategy.