In front of a group of reporters, Lebanon's prime minister designate Saad Hariri announced he will step down.

VOA: standard.2009.09.11

According to media reports, the head of General Motors,Rick Wagoner, has agreed to step down at the request of the White House, as part of a restructuring plan.

VOA: standard.2009.03.30

Political analysts say if that happens, the two present candidates for the prime minister's post are likely to step down and make way for others who might be able to build a consensus.

VOA: standard.2010.07.29

General Aziz announced his candidacy in an interview with the al-Arabiya television network, saying he will step down in three weeks and allow the President of the Senate to run the country during his campaign for the presidency.

VOA: standard.2009.03.29