91.   Despite the confirmation problems suffered by the Supreme Court and cabinet nominees of earlier administrations, Kilcannon barely considers anyone else for the job.

92.   Despite the endangered status of orangutans in the wild, the cocktails will not be considered a genetic reservoir for possibly replenishing wild populations.

93.   Despite the endorsement of a scientific advisory panel, which agreed that HeartMate extends the life span of patients, the FDA must still consider some worrisome findings.

94.   Despite the fact Gil and Jose Nieves have garnered much of the playing time at second base against left-handed starters, Scioscia still doesn't consider it a platoon situation.

95.   Despite the findings, Wheeler still considers early treatment appropriate in some cases.

96.   Dick Francis is considered a national treasure here, a champion jockey who switched to writing in 1962 after a series of falls.

97.   Dickson has been considering a bid for Barney's since the New York-based retailer filed for bankruptcy protection in January.

98.   Dickson Poon, the chief executive of Dickson Concepts, may also be considering an amended bid, people close to the creditors committee said.

99.   Dimel is even considering the radical move of starting Jay Stoner at quarterback.

100.   Despite the House's endorsement Monday night of the legislation, the Senate is considered unlikely to take up campaign finance legislation before it recesses in October.