61.   As this is not an election year, it is an opportune time to push for wrenching changes that may not pay dividends for several years.

62.   Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver has already signaled that he will not again underestimate public sentiment, especially in an election year.

63.   As the mayor and Gross often say, the Giuliani campaign has raised more money going into an election year than any other incumbent mayor.

64.   As the U.S. enters its election year, this question is being asked with new urgency.

65.   At a press conference, Jin warned workers against prolonging strikes through this election year.

66.   At a press conference, Jin warned against prolonging strikes through this election year.

67.   At the same time, administration officials acknowledge that an overriding priority is to avoid U.S. casualties and keep Kosovo out of the news during an election year.

68.   At the start of a midterm election year, party leaders here had wanted to rally the faithful and attack President Clinton.

69.   Attendance at political rallies has been smaller than in other election years, and polls indicate that there is increasing cynicism about politicians and their ethics.

70.   August in an election year is, by definition, an anxious time on the floor of the House.