It is a complex system of public and private insurance plans, regulated by the government but still giving individuals a good deal of choice.

VOA: standard.2009.09.28

The Gibson Guitar Company debuted its first Les Paul model in 1952, which later became the instrument of choice for rock musicians such as Eric Clapton and Led Zeppelin's Jimmy Page.

VOA: standard.2009.08.14

In his speech, the president indicated he may be willing to cede some ground in the ongoing political battle over abortion, calling for a "sensible conscience clause" to be included in any potential new freedom of choice legislation, so that doctors and nurses who oppose abortions cannot be forced to perform them.

VOA: standard.2009.05.17

But she is waiting to hear from two other schools, including her first choice, the University of California at Berkeley.

VOA: special.2010.04.05

The policy statement says consumers must be able to get the lawful content, applications and services of their choice.

VOA: special.2009.09.25

But if the North refused a peaceful separation, then the South would be faced with the choice of surrender or fight.

VOA: special.2009.03.26

Users must also be able to connect their choice of devices that are legal and do not harm the network.

VOA: special.2009.09.25

One proposal is to offer the choice of a government insurance plan that would compete with private insurers.

VOA: special.2009.07.25

This makes it a great choice of exercise for people with special needs, like pregnant women,older adults, and persons who are overweight.

VOA: special.2010.06.08

For two days, the delegates debated the slavery issue and discussed their choice of a candidate for president.

VOA: special.2009.03.12

And lawmakers in Rhode Island are considering a bill that would require state schools to offer the choice of a three-year degree.

VOA: special.2009.07.23

Whig leaders turned away from their early choice of Senator Henry Clay of Kentucky as their candidate.

VOA: special.2009.01.22

He says Congress can only act intelligently and boldly on the issue of climate change if the American public gives it no other choice.

VOA: special.2010.04.21

On Tuesday,the President's choice to lead the Department of Health and Human Services withdrew his nomination.

VOA: special.2009.02.06