Democrats in Congress contend that the slowed growth does represent a cut.

The Democrats contend that they were allowed far fewer mailings in the same period.

Democrats contend that he ought to be thrown off the ballot over it.

Democrats contend an apology is not enough, and are pushing for an investigation.

Democrats contend the number falls far short of 984.

Democrats contend that the Administration is holding up action on anti-pollution efforts.

And many Democrats contend that the issue could have a particular resonance in this race, because of terrorism.

But Democrats contend he almost certainly will, and they are gearing up to take him on.

The Democrats contend that such activities amount to illegal money laundering.