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

42.   Czuleger will consider briefs from both sides and a state Department of Corrections evaluation of Knight before imposing sentence next year.

43.   Despite mounting evidence to the contrary, Phil Mickelson does not consider himself the left-handed Greg Norman of the PGA Tour.

44.   Despite the lackluster numbers, Blue is considered an NFL prospect as a fullback.

45.   Despite the mismatch, The Sun considers the broadsheet Times _ not The Daily News or The New York Post, tabloids both _ to be its natural competitor.

46.   D'Addabbo considers the U.S. Constitution a sacred document.

47.   Despite serious technical obstacles, space agency officials are considering whether to launch a Jupiter space probe powered entirely by sunlight.

48.   Despite the anger among Willamette employees, many consider Rogel a good man.

49.   Despite the bad publicity of such cases, the unlimited protection for homes has long been considered sacrosanct by its defenders.

50.   Despite the switch, analysts and lawmakers consider him a consummate team player.