So,smaller cultures lose their local language as the language of the culture in power becomes the stronger influence.

VOA: special.2009.12.02

They said the federal government should not help radical Republicans stay in power in the south.

VOA: special.2010.02.18

A weak government was in power in Mexico, headed by President Jose Joaquin Herrera.

VOA: special.2009.02.19

He wanted to keep Baez in power until the treaty was completed.

VOA: special.2010.02.18

Burmese authorities have already re-worked the constitution to ensure the military remains in power regardless of the 2010 elections.

VOA: standard.2009.06.19

Gazans appear to be coping. Shalit is still captive, rockets are still falling on Israel, and Hamas remains firmly in power.

VOA: standard.2010.06.16

The election was held to replace long-time president Omar Bongo, who died in June after 42 years in power.

VOA: standard.2009.10.04

There may be some in the Pakistani security environment,she says, who would like to see the Taliban back in power in Afghanistan.

VOA: standard.2009.12.06

It can only be done,experts say, if the government in power approves and with help from non-governmental organizations.

VOA: standard.2009.12.28

"This election was not only about changing the party in power. It also involves pretty substantial generational shift,"

VOA: standard.2009.08.31

But whoever is in power, will grapple with an economic crisis and widespread corruption that has disillusioned young voters, says rights activist Morari.

VOA: standard.2009.08.29

The government plans to hold Burma's first election in two decades next year, but the new constitution ensures the military stays in power.

VOA: standard.2009.11.05

Even some conservatives are concerned about what the people currently in power in Honduras are doing in the face of protests by Zelaya supporters.

VOA: standard.2009.07.03

The opposition says the changes would allow current President Gloria Arroyo to stay in power past the end of her term in May,next year.

VOA: standard.2009.08.03