The center, now in Washington, has increased its role, involving members of Congress, executive-branch leaders and scholars.

Some members of the development corporation and civic leaders have long complained about the Port Authority's commercial requirements.

Rodrigo's funeral was watched by members of the government, the abolitionist movement and leaders of the black community.

Its membership includes some members of the Politburo and military leaders.

The commission board included members of the United States Congress, trade union presidents, scholars and political leaders.

Teen-agers in the city form loosely organized groups that they call posses, which have no formal members of leaders.

Today he changed his mind about remaining on the bench after conferring with members of the State Supreme Court and top political leaders.

It includes some members of the National Dialogue Council and various tribal leaders.

Tourists are given the opportunity to interact with local members of the community, leaders, and area officials, adding to their impressions of favela life.

He has already started talking with members of Congress and foreign leaders.