Again, he had been put into the forefront, had become the leader to his friends.

"Our brave leader is becoming increasingly unpopular with the people."

For another, Indian leaders have become increasingly concerned about the growing military might of China, although almost none ever say so publicly.

The leaders have become absorbed into the relentless logic of the machine.

No matter how masterful a leader becomes, there is always an opportunity to improve.

But now local political leaders are becoming territorial about the legacy of what happened here from Aug. 15 to 17, 1969.

While the sect is small in numbers, its leaders have become practiced at turning the wheels of government.

Most lay leaders became targets and some were killed.

A leader with a national reputation, Hale had become known for his promotion of tribal sovereignty.

Some municipal leaders are becoming more receptive to such projects, developers say.