41.   Rene rarely appears in public, instead cultivating an image as the father of the republic through government-owned media.

42.   Syria has long been a homebase for groups who reject peace with Israel, and has cultivated an image among Israelis as a state opposed to peace.

43.   The burly, no-frills Chernomyrdin has cultivated that image, as well.

44.   The party, which cultivates an image of clean government, feels it will be tainted by continued association with him.

45.   The rebels have treated their hostages cordially and with respect, trying to cultivate an image of civility.

46.   Tommy cultivates the image of a dapper young man about town with stylish suits and a clipped moustache.

47.   Unlike other leaders, Zhu is no aggressive ideologue and cultivates an image more man of the people than of the party.

48.   He has cultivated an image as a straight-talking risk taker, with licenses to fly helicopters and planes.