31.   But if Quayle reaches too far right, he risks being cut off from centrist voters, one political observer said.

32.   But many political observers believe they will have less influence next year because of the centrist tide.

33.   But many political observers wonder whether his success so far will undermine his ultimate chances by prompting anxious Kelly supporters to shift their allegiance to Ray.

34.   But political observers say that may no longer be the case.

35.   But political observers concede that collective courtship is impossible.

36.   But political observers are unsure what appeals most to those crucial voters.

37.   But political observers in Washington say this bipartisan spirit is exactly what has made Miller the flavor of the week.

38.   But some political observers envision scenarios in which Gingrich either announces that he will run or puts himself forward as a compromise candidate in a divided convention.

39.   But some political observers have said the job could go to Perry friend Sen. Troy Fraser, R-Horseshoe Bay.

40.   But some political observers suggest that the Republicans are wary of making too much of Morris since he has worked for Republican candidates as well as Democratic ones.