31.  Any plan to assure long-term financing of the federal retirement program will be a "tough vote" for politicians, he warned.

32.  Defensively, he is out of position.

33.  Defensively, he may be the best second baseman in the game.

34.  Defensively, he played Michael Jordan tough when the two were matched up in the Lakers' 25-point victory over Chicago last week.

35.  Defensively, he remains more than competent, although he is tied for the club lead with 10 errors, same as Gold Glove second baseman Pokey Reese.

36.  Defensively, I really like him.

37.  Defensively, new coordinator Phil Bennett has brought with him a more aggressive and attacking scheme that will be predicated on speed and quickness.

38.  Defensively, the nature of the game is probably a little overwhelming, but he is learning to execute.

39.  Defensively, you want to keep him between the tackles.

40.  DeFeo said he is still considering potential alliances, but he is not convinced such a partnership is essential.