51.   In its appeal, the company is arguing that the law does not permit a suit of that kind.

52.   In short, Microsoft has been competing and winning which is, the company argues, what capitalism is all about.

53.   In the motion, the company argued that the criminal investigation is not relevant to the lawsuit, White said.

54.   Insurance companies argue that since HMOs and Medicare PSOs both assume a risk in covering patients for a flat fee, they should be treated equally.

55.   Insurance companies argue that they have a right to control litigation they are subsidizing.

56.   Internet companies argue that there is a gaping methodological flaw in this formula, namely that the customer base number is cumulative.

57.   Legal experts say the key components of the law do not threaten patent protections spelled out in World Trade Organization agreements, as the companies have argued.

58.   Many American companies argue that some profits are double-taxed, putting them at an unfair disadvantage against rivals in countries abroad with lower or no taxes.

59.   Long-distance companies argue those rules are essential for them to have a fair shot at competing for local customers.

60.   Most of the major integrated American steel companies are in serious financial trouble and need government help to stay in business, the companies have argued.