51.   But some members of Congress, moving to protect fishing interests in their regions that oppose the idea, are poised to extend the moratorium.

52.   But the idea is opposed by House Republican leaders, and even supporters of the plan acknowledged privately the chances for House approval are dim.

53.   But those who opposed the idea of a multi-level alcohol bar amid hundreds of thousands of fans of all ages was an inappropriate offering for the marathon.

54.   But this year, Rep. David Dreier, R-Calif., has introduced a resolution opposing the idea of making Internet service providers act as gatekeepers.

55.   Chirac indicated that he was sympathetic, but the idea is opposed by the United States and Japan.

56.   Clinton said earlier this week that the proposal for international peacekeepers would not work because Israelis oppose the idea.

57.   Clinton opposes that idea and says it would increase the costs of the Social Security program.

58.   Countries anxious that Caspian oil be exported through the Black Sea, notably Russia, oppose the idea.

59.   Defense Secretary William Perry has opposed this idea on the grounds that it undermines his role.

60.   Democrats, including the president, oppose the idea, arguing that it would erode the public school system.