But the leader's speech contained pointed criticisms of Labour over the economy and for being under the control of the trade unions. (theguardian.com)
He saved what was perhaps his most pointed criticism for the effort to make it easier for the state to assume control over struggling public schools through the appointment of a monitor. (nystateofpolitics.com)
But the district saved its most pointed criticisms for our reporting on low - performing students who moved to charter schools. (voiceofsandiego.org)