41.   While that need could be filled by part-time workers, railroad unions have strenuously opposed the use of part timers.

42.   Owners would like to test major leagues for drugs, but the union has opposed testing in the past.

43.   And the retail union bitterly opposes a change.

44.   Bret Caldwell, a Teamsters spokesman, said the union vehemently opposes access until Mexico increases safety standards but does not expect support from the NAFTA board.

45.   He was quoted as saying that the union would oppose any move to retrench workers without adequate compensation.

46.   Industry representatives suggested Thursday that the meeting make recommendations for upcoming pay negotiations, something unions oppose.

47.   Information and control systems were abysmal, especially since unions steadfastly opposed computerisation.

48.   Last week, the EU security affairs chief, Javier Solana, said the union opposes isolating Iran and hopes that stronger ties will encourage reform.

49.   Not surprisingly, unions vigorously oppose this measure, which they see as a Republican-inspired maneuver to decrease their influence.

50.   Previous strikes often divided along racial lines, with black workers heeding union calls to protest while white unions would oppose the strikes.