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Franken Decides to Run for SenatePosted on Jan 31, 2007
Al Franken, the comedian, actor, author and radio host, will seek another title to add to his résumé: United States senator. According to multiple sources, Franken has finally decided to challenge conservative Republican Norm Coleman after years of debating the possibility. Sen. Coleman, who grew up in New York and moved to Minnesota later in life, is expected to make an issue of Franken’s time in New York and his Hollywood background. In response, Franken has said, “If I do run against Norm Coleman in ’08, I’ll be the only New York Jew in the race who actually grew up in Minnesota.”
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By Dan Brady, February 1, 2007 at 1:28 pm #
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What a breathe of fresh air he will bring to the Senate. How can I contribute?
Report thisBy perpetual optimist, February 1, 2007 at 12:09 pm #
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While extremely pleased with the news, I worry that he won’t be taken seriously. He’s a great humorist and sly comic with insiteful points of view, but many of us may only remember the Sat. Night Live guy. I wish him well!
Report thisBy Quy Tran, February 1, 2007 at 10:47 am #
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Good luck Mr. Franken,
You have to replace one of Bush’s servants in the Senate. You’ll win with huge margin. Believe me !
Report thisBy Jeanne, February 1, 2007 at 9:50 am #
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And I will be very proud to vote for him.
Report thisBy Rickinsf, February 1, 2007 at 9:13 am #
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Were I a Minnesotan Al would have my vote, but I wonder what will be left of the outspoken Mr. Franken as election day approaches?
Report thisWhich punches will he be pulling as he confronts the orthodoxies of ‘murrican electoral politics?
By ranger tommy, February 1, 2007 at 8:06 am #
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Go Al!!
Report thisBy Tom500k, February 1, 2007 at 6:45 am #
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Splendid news—the prospect of a bright, decent guy reminiscent of the late Sen. Wellstone regaining Wellstone’s seat from the ignorant bigot and boob, Norm Coleman.
Go Al Franken Go!
Report thisBy philly, February 1, 2007 at 2:28 am #
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HA!
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