1.  Any politically unpopular cut in the Livret A rate now would probably have to be followed by an increase some time next year.

2.  Dennis Alonso, an out-of-luck alternative-fuel vehicle buyer from Scottsdale, thinks that provision protects politically connected businesses while average buyers get axed.

3.  Cuba is so politically touchy that the United States Trade Representative's office declined to comment on the letters to Castro.

4.  Cuomo described the Dinkins endorsement as politically significant, but it it is unclear just how much it matters.

5.  Cuomo enters the race with some obvious advantages, including the support of much of the Democratic network that supported his father, politically and financially.

6.  Despite a politically aggressive first five months, Bush has been unable to stamp his personality favorably on the country.

7.  Derbez has had experience in navigating politically sensitive matters.

8.  Despite criticism from sources including this page, he continued his high-profile, politically tinged private law practice, thus shaking confidence in his dedication.

9.  Despite its seemingly inflammatory title, this book is really an analysis of how well the American Jewish community has been able to organize politically to accomplish its goals.

10.  Despite a couple of politically "co-branded" food promotions, U.S. food manufacturers appear to be sitting out the election-season marketing opportunity.