11.   As a former defense secretary under Bush's father, Cheney is considered a key voice in discussions over foreign policy and the administration's restructuring of the military.

12.   As a former head of Russia's gas industry, he is considered by them to be one of their own.

13.   Any win at Notre Dame Stadium is considered significant to USC's program.

14.   Despite his experience with the team, he was never considered.

15.   Despite his relative youth and shoulder-length hair, he was long considered the chief executive of the family drug business.

16.   Curry is generally considered the best high school player in the nation.

17.   Despite that remoteness, Bosley is considered a rising star in a Legislature where most real power is reserved for lawmakers in Greater Boston.

18.   Despite his conservative credentials in House, he now is considered a liberal Democrat.

19.   Dempsey's encouragement was considered an essential factor in the passing of legislation on Monday that allowed athletes on full athletic scholarships to work during the school year.

20.   Despite its problems, "The White Balloon" is considered a contender for a nomination, according to some members of the academy's committee.