61.   Gore also has had private meetings with a small group of Florida reporters to discuss his campaign.

62.   Gore also has the luxury of picking his targets, and he does that so carefully that he does not get involved in issues he cannot control.

63.   Gore certainly had such a streak.

64.   Gore does have some admirers in Texas, and they maintain that regardless of any bruised feelings, the criticism is unavoidable and necessary.

65.   Gore does not have the fraternity boy persona of Bush and he should not pretend he does.

66.   Gore had an edge on health care and the environment.

67.   Gore had his chance during the last seven years and blew it, Bush said.

68.   Gore had no sharp words, however, for those who complain about the Clinton-Gore record.

69.   Gore has a bit of a reputation for flip-flopping and corner-cutting on issues like abortion and trade.

70.   Gore has a more expansive plan that would offer the benefits directly through the Medicare program.