21.  Any Republican candidate short of $20 million in the bank as of Jan. 1, 1996, is inhaling fantasy if he believes he can mount a campaign.

22.  Any Senate Judiciary Committee member can block a nominee with a "hold," but this is rarely done if a president of the same party objects.

23.  Definitely, even if he doesn't play very well.

24.  CUBA-BOX _ The economic impact on Texas if the Cuba economic embargo is lifted.

25.  Cuban President Fidel Castro said he would accept the rebels if he was asked to do so.

26.  Cubbie fans sip another coldie and wait for the bottom of the inning to see if Sammy can hoist one toward Waveland Avenue.

27.  Cuffy, Skyers and David Ramsey would provide covering fire, if necessary, and a quick getaway, investigators said.

28.  Derevyanko plans trips and accompanies travelers if they want him.

29.  Deri had apparently threatened to take his crucial party out of Netanyahu's coalition if the nomination were not made.

30.  DeGeneres has signed with Warner Bros. Domestic Television to do a syndicated talk and variety show if the sitcom falls through.