71.   Bronx Borough President Fernando Ferrer and Mark Green, former city public advocate, were sent to a run-off for the Democratic nomination that will be decided today.

72.   But an independent campaign this year would almost preclude Bradley from ever seeking the Democratic presidential nomination again.

73.   But Bradley never mentioned his rival for the Democratic nomination, Vice President Al Gore, nor did he mention the primary race ahead.

74.   But before Bradley can take on a Republican, he has to win the Democratic nomination.

75.   But Florio still faces a difficult battle to win the Democratic nomination.

76.   But Green clearly calculated that any risk of being linked to Messinger was outweighed by her stature as the first woman to win the Democratic nomination for mayor.

77.   But Gore, who is seeking the Democratic presidential nomination, made certain to raise issues of particular concern to his predominantly black audience.

78.   But he nevertheless said that he would continue his court battle to force a runoff election against Messinger for the Democratic mayoral nomination.

79.   But if Gore stumbles, Bradley is the only current alternative for the Democratic nomination.

80.   But in recent weeks, the race for the Democratic nomination seems to be tightening a bit, based on a number of polls.