51.   Ullman reiterated that position Saturday.

52.   White House officials reiterated their position that the Medicare surplus is an accounting fiction, because other parts of the Medicare system operate at an annual deficit.

53.   Qian reiterated that position on Monday.

54.   A Foreign Ministry official reiterated that position Thursday but would not elaborate.

55.   A U.S. official reiterated this position Thursday.

56.   A White House official, speaking on condition of anonymity, reiterated that position Thursday night, saying the administration was reviewing the language but had serious concerns.

57.   Abdurrahman reiterated his position yesterday to allow individual members to declare support for any vice presidential candidate.

58.   At the same time, Abdullah said Malaysia also reiterates its position that Iraq should fully comply and implement all relevant UN Security Council resolutions.

59.   Bildt reiterated his position that aid will be withheld if prisoners are not released in accordance with international demands.

60.   Both ministers reiterated their positions that observers from neighboring countries should participate in the peace verifying mission in Kosovo.