Some who had opposed the treaty now agreed with the Washington Star newspaper that "the Filipinos must be taught to obey."

VOA: special.2010.07.22

If this attempt is not opposed, no effort will be made to throw in men,arms or ammunition."

VOA: special.2009.08.06

These are students who felt under enormous pressure to perform, and I want to underscore the word 'perform,' as opposed to 'learn.'" She says the hardest lesson for society may be that young people will grow up lacking interest in learning.

VOA: special.2011.07.14

It is the first time President Yadav has urged the new government be formed under a majority banner, as opposed to one built with a full consensus from all 25 parties.

VOA: standard.2009.05.10

The U.N.'s top diplomat in Iraq,Ad Melkert, echoed the council's call, saying the delays are contributing to uncertainty and creating conditions that could be exploited by elements opposed to the country's democratic transition.

VOA: standard.2010.08.04

But those in favor and those opposed seem to agree on one thing: the matter must be settled quickly so it doesn't hang over the AU agenda, taking up valuable time at summits for years to come.

VOA: standard.2009.07.02