In Detroit, the front office for the Tigers contends it is safer at home games because all new personnel have been trained in alcohol management.

The Governor's office contends that the hearing is "shameless political exploitation."

But the office still contends that there is not enough studio space in New York to meet demand.

His office contends that the Cuomo administration's more restrictive policies on the use of the state's aircraft have saved $1 million.

Mr. Torricelli's office contended that he had done nothing of the sort.

Governor Wilson's office contends that the diversions are legal because the children's medical programs have an educational component.

The Mayor's office contends the board's monitoring tasks can be taken over by the state Commission of Correction.

Legislative leaders put that budget at about $81 billion, while the governor's office contends it is $84 billion.

These figures include the state university system, the judiciary and the Legislature, areas over which the Governor's office contends it has less than full control.

The Reds' front office, on the other hand, contended it was simply a matter of performance.