One cannot precisely calculate past positions since it is impossible, in principle, to quantify present location.

Reversing his past position, he called for legislation to allow popular initiatives and referendums.

For many the comparison is not with those who are more fortunate but with their own past position.

They said his past positions had been taken out of context and distorted.

Other times he may tailor his stands to an audience or even run away from past positions.

Two weeks ago, in a reversal of their past position, Japanese officials said it was possible that future shipments would be scaled back.

This is the most direct conflict between the members' responsibilities on the commission and their past positions that has arisen in the public hearings.

It's so good, in fact, that it's worth revising your past positions when they suddenly look wrong.

I have rethought, rejected or refined many of my past positions.

He then reaffirmed his past position opposing the use of force to settle regional problems.