61.   Though Cardoso is leagues ahead of his nearest rival, the speech, less than two weeks before national elections, was welcomed as a bold political step.

62.   This is something that you always welcome as a competitor, as an athlete.

63.   Time and time again the feathered world went out of its way to welcome us as friends and confidants.

64.   Until recently the federal government had an open door policy for Cuban immigrants, welcoming them as victims of communism.

65.   Welcome to As The Sonics Turn.

66.   Wherever he stops, El Gallo is immediately welcomed as an honored guest, and music bubbles up around him.

67.   While the move was welcomed as a step toward the broader reorganization of the conglomerate, traders said the company may be fighting a losing battle.

68.   While the proposed factory seems unlikely to ease the complaints of LeCates and other local residents, environmentalists welcome it as a technological breath of fresh air.

69.   Other Maoris have welcomed her as an honored guest.

70.   Plans for the visit had been disclosed Wednesday by Argentine President Carlos Menem, who welcomed it as a sign of improving relations between his country and Britain.