41.   And it has taken on almost mythic dimensions in the battle between advocates and opponents of abortion rights in the United States.

42.   And just as the two Republicans have had little to say about their anti-abortion positions, the Democrats do not advertise their abortion rights stands.

43.   And his selection of running mate Dick Cheney underscores his hardline opposition to abortion rights.

44.   And she has taken a stand for abortion rights in voting for a groundbreaking bill that made it illegal for abortion protesters to blockade abortion clinics.

45.   And it revealed powerful sentiment for retired Gen. Colin Powell as a vice presidential candidate, even though he favors abortion rights.

46.   And some conservatives have said that while the governor may favor abortion rights, he need not be so outspoken about it.

47.   And many of those who support abortion rights seemed subdued in victory.

48.   And that could significantly affect a host of cultural issues, such as abortion rights, homosexual rights and affirmative action.

49.   And nearly gone is Sen. Arlen Specter, a strong advocate of abortion rights who is considering ending his debt-ridden campaign.

50.   And the proceedings opened with an invocation that must have been unnerving for the majority of delegates who favor abortion rights.