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AUGUST 29, 2007

Thompson fundraiser delayed

Thompson Almost candidate Fred Thompson had scheduled a fundraiser for this afternoon at Baker Hostetler in Orlando, but it's been postponed at least until the 18th. There's Buzz that it's another sign of disorganization with the Thompson team, but Thompson allies chalk it up to something simpler - scheduling conflicts. The actor and former Tennessee had planned a busy Florida day, including meeting with Charlie Crist, but it had to be re-scheduled.

"The toughest part was contacting all the people excited about coming,'' said Orlando lawyer Tico Perez,  noting a flood of enthusiasm as word spread Thompson was coming.

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