Hunger-relief advocates and their allies argue that lack of outreach by the city is behind the shortfall.

Moreover, the President and his allies argue, their proposals for restructuring insurance would reduce the price of health policies for most small companies.

But Washington and its allies argued that it would entangle the world's food trade in red tape.

Teddy and his allies argue that accepting the Treaty will bring peace now while further gains can be made later.

Dr. Dean's allies argued today that he had handled the onslaught well.

They and their allies argued that afarensis fossils could be a misleading mix of several different species.

His draconian ally did not argue the point.

But Mr. Kohl's allies argue that he has been here before.

The Vice President's allies argue that he can survive the focus on campaign finance excesses.

Mr. Mendik and his allies argued that the change would be disastrous for future development.