Democrats could not muster the 60 votes needed to take up the measure in the face of staunch opposition from Republicans.

The plans however are expected to generate staunch local opposition from residents, farmers and conservation groups.

He also spoke about his staunch opposition to abortion rights, saying, "I always am going to err on the side of life."

However, there was staunch opposition to this resolution by British professors.

He was a young Republican with strong religious views and a record of staunch opposition to abortion.

Shoup's staunch opposition to involvement there had a great impact on Kennedy.

The bill has met with staunch opposition from the auto industry, which is concerned that it could be used as a template by other states.

Due to financing issues and staunch opposition from environmental groups, however, the project stalled.