41.   China lacks the military power to invade Taiwan, analysts say, and is no match for American forces should they be drawn into a confrontation.

42.   China aims to be a military power in the decades ahead.

43.   China enhanced its military power and industry meanwhile by getting Western technology blueprints and weaponry.

44.   China lacks the military power to invade Taiwan, experts say, and is no match for American forces should they be drawn into a confrontation.

45.   China, though its military power is growing, wants to avoid costly confrontations in Asia.

46.   Chinese military power has also diminished considerably.

47.   Clinton also resorted to promises of money, something that American presidents of this century have used far more than military power to get their wishes overseas.

48.   Congress is reluctant to authorize the use of military power without some overwhelming necessity.

49.   Democratic ideals have led to greater military power.

50.   Defenders of these actions maintain that these are the only effective means that Palestinians possess in the face of overwhelming Israeli military power.