1.   Democrats argue that it is too important to leave to private contractors and accuse Republicans of endangering public safety in their resistance to expanded government employment.

2.   Democrats argue that Pataki, a Republican, has been guilty of both.

3.   Democrats argue that the ballot was so confusing that Gore voters mistakenly backed Reform Party candidate Pat Buchanan.

4.   Democrats argue that the budget resolution passed earlier this year cannot be counted as a Hastert success if it collapses during the appropriations process.

5.   Democrats argue that this provision would stifle competition, because it would allow the two most natural competitors in the industry to team up under one tent.

6.   Democrats argue that too big a shift could remove vital safety nets for children in poverty.

7.   Democrats argue the committee should stay intact until the Gingrich case is settled.

8.   Democrats argue the course was aimed at recruiting volunteers, a charge Gingrich denies.

9.   Democrats argued during the debate that the Republican plan was geared primarily to the rich and would do little to aid small businesses and family farmers.

10.   Democrats argued for a liberal standard, Republicans for a restrictive one.