Criticism for Plan But lawyers for the plaintiffs in the original lawsuit sharply criticized today's proposal, saying it would punish colleges that have traditionally been geared to help minority students.

Criticism From Arias But Mr. Arias, who carries great political weight in the region, has criticized Nicaragua's electoral laws.

Criticism of Management Two witnesses and commission members criticized the condition of campaign finance records.

Sharp Republican Criticism Some Republicans in Congress sharply criticized today's move as a betrayal of ranchers.

Criticism by Environmentalists Several environmental groups criticized the E.P.A.'s decision not to set any numerical standards for lead in drinking water from the user's tap.

Criticism of US policy In recent years the organization has criticized US foreign policy.

Criticism From Ayatollah Iran's supreme religious leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, criticized the Iranian press today for having referred to the protesters as "people."

Criticism From Union The teachers' union, the New Jersey Education Association, criticized the report as a "numbers game" and a waste of time and money.

Criticism of Gorbachev In subsequent months, he often criticized Mr. Gorbachev.

Criticism in the West The United States and other Western nations have criticized Israel for the deportations.