Some critics say he is trying to lower expectations in anticipation of further deteriorations next year, when he could face a tough re-election battle.

In 1964, he faced a tough re-election battle.

Other aides are surprised at his relaxed approach to what looks to many like a desperate re-election battle.

Mr. Martinez, a Republican who is expected to face a tough re-election battle next year, did not set a date for the special session.

Mr. Marino himself is now facing a bruising re-election battle.

Late last year, he decided he had finally had enough, and not only because a re-election battle loomed.

Not a bad month's work for a conservative Republican whose members face re-election battles in November.

Hopkinson did not have time to get acquainted with the House before the end of the war pitched him into a re-election battle.

Last month, Prime Minister Lange won a tough re-election battle.

She conceded that a tough re-election battle would put her in a tricky negotiating position.