This figure is still far higher than most independent analysts offer.

Independent analysts say the figure is probably twice as high.

But party officials and independent Mexican political analysts say all that changed in the last few weeks.

Most independent analysts see the two sides as being closer than they sound.

Since 2002 he is an independent political analyst and strategist.

Independent analysts said the races were still the Democrats' to lose.

Democrats and independent analysts share the sense that Republicans have an opportunity to win the governor's race this year.

But former employees and independent analysts say the company's sales practices have hardly changed.

One independent financial analyst called the latest turn of events "beyond comprehension".

On education, the governor's record is rated as solid by many independent analysts.