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The New York Times Magazine's David Grann must be a good reporter to have convinced Senate Majority Leader Bill Frist (R-Tenn.) to let him listen in on a private phone call between himself and freshman Sen. Saxby Chambliss (R-Ga.). (Who's Who).


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 Times Magazine's David Grann must be a good reporter to have convinced Senate Majority Leader Bill Frist v. t. 1. To sell upon credit, as goods.  (R-Tenn.) to let him listen in on a private phone call between himself and freshman Sen. Saxby Chambliss Clarence Saxby Chambliss (born November 10, 1943) is the senior United States Senator from Georgia. He is a member of the Republican Party. In the 110th Congress, Chambliss serves as the ranking member of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition & Forestry.  (R-Ga.) But Chambliss must wish Frist had a better press secretary. During the call, Chambliss asked for Frist's support in naming a high-rolling GOP donor The party conferring a power. One who makes a gift. One who creates a trust.


donor n. a person or entity making a gift or donation.


DONOR. He who makes a gift. (q.v.)
 to an economic development organization. "He has lots of dollar figures down there?" Frist asked. "That's exactly right," Chambliss replied. "And he did raise a chunk of money for me." "All right," Frist said. "You're a good man." Sounds like Chambliss's donor got his money's worth.
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Author:Threadgill, Susan
Publication:Washington Monthly
Date:Jun 1, 2003
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