Mr. Blair pointed to what he called another "lesson for the future" drawn from the experience.
Mr. Barrow also pointed to what he called crazy valuations in convertible bonds.
He pointed to what he called "a calculated decision" last fall to make as few changes as possible in the prime-time schedule.
As the theater of opening statements played out, each side pointed to what it called the arrogance of the other and its disregard for the facts.
Mr. Dinkins pointed to what he called his own "fine accomplishments in the field of education," without being specific.
Ms. Hemphill pointed to what she called the school principal's vision.
They point to what one called the "institutional problems" of CBS as the cause of the decline.
Mr. Weinstein pointed specifically to what he called a newly apparent "collaborative spirit" at the commission.
Others pointed to what they called the horrific cost of Project Looking Glass.
On one visit, Eddie showed Tuck his hand and pointed to what he called "a continuous life line" in his palm.