He said there had been "a lot of healthy debate."

The other official said there was "a very healthy debate" over the issue.

"In Japanese society, it is difficult to hold healthy debates," he said.

What we need to do is have a healthy debate.

Clearly, there is a healthy debate to be had over world trade and agricultural reform.

At this time a healthy debate emerged over the name and direction of the club.

There is a healthy and vital debate about how best to change hospital incentives.

"I think there's been a healthy debate," he said this week.

His candidacy has started a healthy debate within Republican ranks.

Listen, it's a healthy debate for people to express their opinion.