81.   Heastie is a close political ally of state Sen. Larry Seabrook, a dominant political figure in the district.

82.   Hodac, who denies the claim, is considered a close ally of Parliament Speaker Vaclav Klaus, a former prime minister.

83.   However, despite the fact that South Korea is a close U.S. ally, Washington did not give its problems full attention until a month ago.

84.   Hunt recommended Carlton, a close political ally and former law partner.

85.   His words should have carried weight, given that both countries are close allies of the United States who have received American military training and assistance.

86.   Iker, a close ally of Edwards who has similar traditional church beliefs, said Tuesday that it is unfortunate that Edwards will be tried.

87.   In addition to the influence carried by Laney, Junell and Danburg, Gallego is a close ally to Laney.

88.   In fact, Washington had never decertified a close ally until last year when it did so with Colombia.

89.   In practice, the United States and Taiwan are close allies.

90.   In suburban Washington on Friday, Vice President-elect Dick Cheney met with Michigan Gov. John Engler, a close Bush ally, to discuss possible appointees.