1.   An eventual conviction could force Milosevic out of power, something Balkan observers say is critical to long-term stability in the region.

2.   A group of Maine parents will file a lawsuit Thursday that legal observers say could have broad implications on the issue of public support of religious schools.

3.   A wise move, some seasoned observers say.

4.   But most observers say there is little likelihood the Fed will lower short-term rates at its next meeting.

5.   Despite his focus on the state, observers say Forbes has miles to go before he can catch up to Bush.

6.   Gregorian has not had to play savior in Providence, but observers say he has put Brown on a sounder financial footing.

7.   Observers say that leaves American military planners with the option of striking in the coming days or waiting until after the New Year.

8.   Observers say that may be because the debate has been reduced to a local issue of jobs and the economy.

9.   Observers say the shabby roadside market is the public face of a multimillion-dollar industry in Mexico that rivals drug smuggling in terms of its easy profits.

10.   One reason why, observers say, is that they often offer worship services that strongly engage the emotions, that emphasize the personal spiritual experience more than doctrine.