I recommend Bendix pads; low dust, low fade, they don't squeal anywhere near as bad as factory or cheapos, and they don't stick! I've used Bendix on several cars, and the difference is wonderful.

Black/tan early '98 Contour SE Sport; V6, MTX, loaded
Kenwood KDC 316S CD deck; aux. dome light mod; trunk popper spring; resonator bypass; hood strut mod; SVT grille; Continental tires
Mom also has black/tan '98 Mystique LS; V6, ATX, Alpine CD deck