71.   In his most recent speech, Fed chairman Alan Greenspan sounded a mostly upbeat note about the economy.

72.   In his recent speech, Clinton did not mention his predecessor by name, but clearly sought to dash any fond memories of the Bush era.

73.   In his recent speeches, Greenspan has not changed that message.

74.   In recent speeches, Broaddus has said that rising long-term interest rates and a tight labor market are top concerns among federal monetary policymakers.

75.   In recent speeches, several Fed officials have acknowledged the current slowdown.

76.   In several recent speeches, Bolanos took pains to mention that he, Ortega and Aleman should not be above the law.

77.   In two recent speeches, however, Zeitler denied that the central bank lowered German interest rates through the back door when it cut the reserve ratios.

78.   Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon mentioned the possibility in a recent speech.

79.   Lieberman has been an ally of other companies that Gore has blasted in recent speeches, including pharmaceutical companies.

80.   Megawati failed to attend his birthday party last week and declined his request to read recent speeches on his behalf.