The second was José Mariátegui, a socialist whose position was almost directly opposed to Moscow's on all the major points at issue.

He was a conservative Republican, opposed to Radical Republican positions on the abolition of slavery.

He still defends that position, opposes sanctions in general (see Trade, above) and praises President Reagan for vetoing them.

"We have taken positions opposed to the war," he said.

He added: "I think Exxon's initial positions opposing the proxy proposals are without merit.

This position inherently opposes any form of pollution.

Mammon's position is much less subtle than Belial's and more directly opposed to Moloch's.

Giants quarterback Dave Brown spoke strongly against its use, taking a position directly opposed to the stance of his team.

We must deal with this report with enthusiasm and not become discouraged, because the positions seem so opposed that an agreement appears impossible.

The position taken by the majority in the European Parliament directly opposes that held by the same political forces six months ago on the Kosovo issue.