71.   Many people assume a recession must be near because this expansion has been lengthy by historical standards.

72.   Many people assume Republicans object more than Democrats to Internet taxes.

73.   Many people assume that all auto insurance costs about the same, so they buy from the first agent they call.

74.   Many people assume that Forbes is simply hoping that lightning will strike, that Bush will stumble and that Forbeswill suddenly become a major contender for the Republican prize.

75.   Married people often assume they should file jointly with their spouse.

76.   Many young people must assume duties that the adults in their lives cannot handle themselves.

77.   Most people assume that the worst power failures occur in the late summer when violent thunderstorms and hurricanes assault the power lines with savage winds and harsh rain storms.

78.   Most people assumed the intensified Russian attacks were an effort by the Kremlin to bring the rebels to the bargaining table well before the presidential election in June.

79.   Most people here assume that recent incursions by North Korean troops into the demilitarized zone between the two countries were aimed at influencing the South Korea election.

80.   Most people assume a verdict of guilty.