1.  The American states vary enormously in size, from very large to very small.

2.  Compared with registration practice in most American states, the British method is both simple and effective.

3.  The visit was part of her campaign to outlaw the death penalty in every American state.

4.  In some American states, testing has been banned because the methodology is thought biased.

5.  In some American states, the idea of suing your employer for the effects of stress is a well established fact of life.

6.  American states have developed rape-shield laws, which prevent defendants from using the past sexual history of the victim.

7.  And in many American states, sodomy laws remain on the books.

8.  And for the first time a language other than English would dominate the schools and culture of an American state.

9.  And until all these measures are put in place, American states should follow the example of Illinois and impose a moratorium on further executions.

10.  And, in the American state of Hawaii, a court case may legalize homosexual marriage itself.