71.  But Shas, which burgeoned during the elections into a major political force, presented other problems, primarily Deri.

72.  But that is a misnomer, since the measure is likely to pit irreconcilable political forces in the most bitterly fought political battle in years, if not decades.

73.  But striking that deal involves finding common ground among the strongest political forces in Japan.

74.  But the latest appointments by John Paul could change the lineup of political forces and provide a new range of potential candidates for the papacy.

75.  But the political forces did not split down the usual lines.

76.  But the latest appointments change the lineup of political forces.

77.  But the president has also seemed increasingly torn by the political forces that support and despise the rebels.

78.  But while the Non-Christian Left is a major political force, it lacks the cohesion -- not to mention the public relations -- of the Religious Right.

79.  But with the governing party loathed in many quarters and hardly a model of good governance, the rebels retain considerable potential as a political force.

80.  But, as in America, the mainly rural-based gun lobby remains a strong political force with some state governments.