61.   As funds have gained in popularity to become a primary investment tool for average Americans, more publications and media outlets have reported on them.

62.   As Congress gains momentum in efforts to cut welfare to longtime recipients and to unwed teen mothers, among others, Gray is worried.

63.   As the protests step up in intensity, observers ponder why the demonstrations are gaining in support when earlier attempts failed.

64.   As soccer gains in popularity here, soccer balls are taking on our national colors of red, white and blue.

65.   As stocks gained in the third quarter, investors bought options and futures, betting for or against an extended advance.

66.   As tourist trains gain clout in Colorado, small towns often bend to a new breed of rail barons.

67.   As women gain power in these countries, the latter should become less aggressive, adventurous, competitive and violent.

68.   As the Internet gains in popularity with Americans, politicians are adding it as a stop on their campaign trail.

69.   As the largest shareholder, he had the most to gain in welcoming Trujillo into the Qwest fold.

70.   As he has gained in popularity, Chavez has moderated his talk, in some instances contradicting earlier statements.