There's even a school of thought that asserts that the government can't assert financial privilege if their amendments don't bust the Ministry of Justice's budget, and just move money around within it.

BBC: Looking ahead

Borrowers generally didn't report any income until the stock was forfeited or sold. (Some might not have reported income even then, since Derivium didn't send 1099s.) The IRS and California tax authorities assert that the loans were really sales, in part because now inves-tors can't get their stock back.

FORBES: Magazine Article

The Journal didn't leap at that comment and assert a Bush conspiracy.

FORBES: Throwing Dirt On A Green Venture Capitalist

When people wonder why Israel continues to blunder from defeat to retreat and can't figure out a way to assert its interests militarily or politically, they need to look no further than Yediot's ten-year anniversary celebration of the withdrawal from Lebanon.

CENTERFORSECURITYPOLICY: Hizbullah's media champions

"While we're pleased that the court has reduced the amount Mr. Seidemann is required to pay, the fact that it took a federal lawsuit in order for him to assert his rights speaks to the fundamental injustice of forced unionism, " said Patrick T.

FORBES: Magazine Article

Even if observers don't see much credit to go around, some institutions were still able to assert their authority.

WSJ: Cyprus Deal Hurts Credibility All Around

We haven't yet seen such compelling evidence, it is not sufficient just for people to assert that things are necessary and then all MPs can say, oh well, that is fine, we will go along with it.

BBC: William Hague