Republicans noted the passage of anti-crime legislation since their party took control of Congress in 1995.

Republicans, for their part, note the adage that all politics is local.

Republicans note that cross-aisle vendettas are nothing new in the Capitol.

Those Republicans note that there is no massive effort under way, in Congress or elsewhere, to pass such an amendment.

Republicans gleefully noted that the former governor had created distractions for unhappy voters as well.

The Republicans note that the litigants had demanded districts as an immediate reform.

Republicans noted that she has frequently opposed measures that would have done just that.

But Republicans note there was a cost.

Republicans also note that, in independent surveys, most seniors say they are happy with the benefit.

Republicans noted that any move toward production of the weapons would require further Congressional action.