31.   But many potential donors were reluctant, fearful of crossing Hull.

32.   But Mel Sembler, the Republican finance chairman, who was on a panel with Nicholson, acknowledged that donors were not pleased.

33.   But some find themselves more doubtful when the prospective donor is a family member.

34.   But the donors are few and far between.

35.   But the vice president side-stepped questions about how much money he had sought in such solicitations or how potential donors were singled out for his attention.

36.   But these days donors are scarcer.

37.   Candidates have an endless hunger for money to stay competitive, and donors are savvy enough to get a return on their money.

38.   Canter said he did not know who the donor was or what the money was for.

39.   Corporate donors were also alarmed.

40.   Corporate donors are at convention beach parties and breakfasts, forums, and train rides.