Still, many lawmakers believe this year could be the worst.

So far most of the Republicans lawmakers believe they should support the President in keeping his veto strong.

Many lawmakers believe that new tax revenue is the only solution to the budget problem.

Some lawmakers believe the role those houses played should be brought to light.

Members of Congress may spend campaign money for official duties, and many lawmakers believe their entire social life has a political meaning.

Many lawmakers still believe that some tobacco legislation will ultimately be enacted.

Parties and lawmakers believed that this autonomy had to be preserved.

Perhaps more important, many senior lawmakers do not believe a joint intelligence committee is a good idea.

Unlike the executive, however, lawmakers believe that they are part of large, unwieldy bodies where the process takes time.

Some lawmakers believe that the Senate legislation still does not go far enough.