But a recent analysis of the political geography of gas prices underscores the case for skepticism about the likely impact on this election.
The Cases column "A No-Drug Approach to Wellness" (Jan . 23 underscoring the case of Mr. J., who insisted on having his depression treated without psychotropic medication, is highly instructive for a number of reasons.
DES MOINES — The chief strategist of Senator Barack Obama's campaign said Thursday that the assassination of the Pakistani opposition leader Benazir Bhutto "underscores the case for judgment" when voters begin to select their presidential candidates next week.
Underscoring the case's importance, Preet Bharara, the United States attorney in Manhattan, sat in the back of the spectators' gallery with Richard Zabel, head of the office's criminal unit.
White House spokesman Josh Earnest used the Scott killing to underscore the case for body cameras, telling reporters last week, "I do think that is an example of how body cameras worn by police officers could have a positive impact, in terms of building trust between law enforcement officers and the communities they serve".
It underscored the challenger's case: Junior was a nice enough guy, but did he have the experience to run the country?
The case underscored the lure of organized crime for juveniles.
Kevin V. Ryan, the United States attorney in San Francisco, said the case underscored the importance of professional standards to the nation's financial system.
Michele M. Leonhart, the acting Drug Enforcement Administration administrator, said the case underscored "the direct link between dangerous terrorist organizations, including Al Qaeda, and international drug trafficking which fuels their violent activities".
"The case underscored the idea that there is no rule of law," said Martin Bohmer, a law professor at the University of Buenos Aires.
