41.   But as intellectual property has developed into a primary economic engine, US employers are no longer restricting these agreements to the top tier of the corporate hierarchy.

42.   But much of the conservative reaction ranged from lukewarm agreement to angry accusations of presidential hypocrisy.

43.   But Pataki insisted that a withholding law be part of the price the Legislature would pay for his agreement to the raise.

44.   But the ethical questions are so disturbing that Fink is even looking for those who signed agreements just to double check.

45.   But the messages from the groups trying to explain the agreement to voters are not complicated at all.

46.   But those who view the data must sign an agreement not to copy it or discuss it with others, although they can submit confidential comments to the EPA.

47.   But the plant, operating less often under a new agreement to pool power with other utilities, is generating less warm water.

48.   Clinton is promoting in Congress a trade bill that offers reciprocal free-trade agreements to African countries.

49.   Clinton said he would send the agreements to the Senate promptly for ratification within the year.

50.   Clinton said Annan should have the right to outline the agreement to the Security Council before he comments on the details.