But in an election campaign, we do not discuss the program because it doesn't bring us votes.

"And, frankly, if he gets on television or radio, it can only bring us votes."

Mr. Jackson had referred to himself as "a vote picker" who was being asked to bring votes to the "big house" and was receiving little more than thanks.

Not Looking for Final Answer In the long run, any sort of major surgery is possible, especially if it brings Republican votes.

The party faithful accept that Mr. Bush is the Republican nominee, and that in itself will bring him votes.

Lawmakers said together the measures brought fewer votes against the plane than had been expected, and more in favor of it.

It is the only endorsement that will bring votes and the only endorsement, if withheld, that could cost Romney the general election.

The Liberal Democratic Party has been maneuvering over the last few months to increase Government spending in regions of the country that are critical to bringing votes.

"Clearly, I proved that I can bring votes," Mr. Sharpton said, reciting the history of the primary so far.

That is what Clintonians do on issues like women's rights that might bring cost-free votes.