The Clinton Administration seized on the relatively rosy news contained in the report to praise its economic record.

But he praised Mr. Santiago's record in police work.

The mayor praised his record on housing, but said the city still has a shortage and thus needs rent rules.

The fliers praise Mr. Gore's record on education and health care and his support of the right to organize a union.

Admirers praised his record of attracting industry to the state.

Or The Poughkeepsie Journal, which praised his environmental record?

Many praised his experience and his record on jobs and education.

The dispute coincides with the bank's release of a report praising its environmental record, which has come under heavy attack in recent years from environmental groups.

But he praised Mr. Giuliani's record on crime, and suggested that he had a bright future.

Mr. Carey praised the governor's record on education and reducing the state's debt.