His first priority, he said, was "to establish the authority of the republic with a police force that has the means to do its job."

He did not win every battle with Congress, but his priorities established the framework for the debate.

But his first diplomatic priority, aides made clear, is establishing a close working relationship with the Bush administration.

First, if supplies are inadequate, production must be increased, and priorities for use established.

The official, Gyula Horn, said his country's top priority was "to institutionalize pluralism and establish a real role for Parliament."

Mr. Golisano said the priority should be establishing a memorial.

"The main priority as of now is establishing the parameters of this menace."

Among his top priorities was establishing a merit-based education system.

Koenig feels their priority should be establishing if Ariel can support them.

Specific annual priorities should be established, matched with measures for implementation.