But so far it has been a war of accusations rather than a debate over objectives.

This is presumably not Clinton's intention, but illustrates short-term advantages taking precedence over long-term objectives.

And this also involves, crucially, the identification of areas where there are disagreements between agencies over objectives or methods.

The two disagreed over objectives, and after three years Leistikow left.

During the course of nation building, political aims often prevailed over strictly economic objectives.

Uncertainty over objectives has bedevilled public libraries for many years.

Discussions over German objectives for intervention occurred in January 1937.

Unit cohesion, teamwork and basic military skills must take priority over politically correct objectives.

This indicates a profound division of opinion between different sections of the middle class over methods and objectives.

There is no dispute over values or objectives.