81.   But political consultant Howard Sunkin said the dramatic shift in council personnel represents the single best chance for change within the city.

82.   But she is also a practical politician and encouraged the return of Dick Morris, the ambidextrous political consultant who has steered Clinton on a more moderate course.

83.   But some Republican political consultants believe Voinovich, who has been enjoying record-high approval ratings, stands the best chance of doing that among the Midwest governors.

84.   But the broadcasting industry points the finger at political consultants as the culprits.

85.   But whatever the reason, the laserlike focus on both candidates is unlike anything political consultants can recall.

86.   But, political consultants say, those two unions are taking their time before deciding.

87.   But, political consultants say, there is definitely an unwritten list of rules.

88.   California political consultant Bill Carrick, a veteran of several national campaigns, says Gore remains strong now with state Democrats, but Bradley clearly has opportunities to grow.

89.   Candidates have come and gone, but political journalists and political consultants have become a kind of permanent political class, cultivating each other and even employing each other.

90.   Carey Cramer, a political consultant identified as a spokesman for the group, could not be reached for comment Friday night.