He called his ability to withhold the lawmakers' pay this week a very positive step.

Berkeley students called the measure a first step toward drug testing and increased surveillance.

Some prominent scientists called the policy a significant step in the wrong direction.

President Bush called the meeting "an important step in securing the victory that our forces have achieved."

Without going through the whole list, I need to do what is called a ninth step with you.

Supporters agree the device is not perfect but call it an important first step.

"I would call it a step in the process."

City and state officials called the law a major step toward restoring accountability to the city's often chaotic school system.

Veoh calls the case an "important step" for the online video industry.

They cannot be called a step towards regional development.