41.   The debate has widespread economic underpinnings.

42.   The debate had the same level of intense partisan rancor that has infected the committee since it launched the investigation last year.

43.   The debate has all the passion and bruised feelings of a family quarrel.

44.   The debate over Kosovo had a familiar ring.

45.   The debate over Scientology has peculiar and ambiguous roots, not only in the Hitler era but also in the post-war definition of democracy.

46.   The debate also had extensive presence on the Internet, with each campaign giving instant rebuttals and spin online.

47.   The debate had several memorable moments.

48.   The debate has a generational aspect as well.

49.   The debate has an edge of the surreal because, so far, it is largely over a number, not a detailed set of policies.

50.   The debate also had its share of odd moments.