MN Supreme Court Declares Franken The Winner In U.S. Senate Race — Will Pawlenty Certify Him?
MN Supreme Court Declares Franken The Winner In U.S. Senate Race — Will Pawlenty Certify Him?
Eight months after the 2008 election, the Minnesota Supreme Court has declared Democrat Al Franken the winner of the state’s U.S. Senate election. The unanimous decision clears the way for Franken to be seated:
For all of the foregoing reasons, we affirm the decision of the trial court that Al Franken received the highest number of votes legally cast and is entitled under Minn. 32 Stat. § 204C.40 (2008) to receive the certificate of election as United States Senator from the State of Minnesota.
This weekend on CNN, Gov. Tim Pawlenty (R) said that he would be ready to “sign” the certificate officially declaring Franken the winner as soon as the supreme court gave the “green light“:
CNN: Your state supreme court has a ruling before it, it could come very soon. After that ruling, the next step would be for you to certify the election. Will you certify the election based on your state’s supreme court ruling, is that for you?
PAWLENTY: I’m going to follow the direction of the court, John. We expect that ruling any day now. I also expect them to give guidance and direction as to the certificate of election. I’m prepared to sign it as soon as they give the green light.
Today’s decision doesn’t contain any language specifically instructing Pawlenty to sign the certificate of election — which isn’t surprising, since the governor wasn’t a party to the litigation.
Coleman still has the option to “seek a review from the U.S. Supreme Court or file a whole new case in U.S. District Court.” If he does so and the court says to “put a limit on or stop the effect of the state court ruling,” Pawlenty said that he will abide by that decision. However, he said that “if that doesn’t happen promptly or drags out for any period of time, then we need to move ahead with signing this, particularly if I’m ordered to do that by the state court.”
TPM’s Eric Kleefeld has also raised the possibility that the Senate GOP could “attempt to filibuster” Franken’s acceptance, even if Pawlenty signs the certificate. NRSC Chairman John Cornyn (R-TX) has said that he’s willing to wage “World War III” if Democrats try to seat Franken before Coleman carries his case out through federal court — even though it could take “years” to resolve.
Franken will be the 60th Democrat in the U.S. Senate, giving the party enough votes to overcome Republican filibusters.
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Congratulations, Senator “Rush is a big fat idiot!”
June 30th, 2009 at 2:41 pmCongratulations to Al, and to Norm, a big fat raspberry, may your political career rot in hell.
June 30th, 2009 at 2:41 pmThat darn “Freedom Tent” gets smaller by the day, don’t it?
June 30th, 2009 at 2:41 pmImportant story – thanks for being right on it. Here is another vote FOR change, one less reason for obama to sell us out because of a “generation gap”.
This excuse is extremely offensive because what he is actually saying it he will not deliver to his supporters, the majority, because of the minority that did not vote for him.
Now the battle to seat him begins (of course, the dems could have seated him a long time ago)
June 30th, 2009 at 2:43 pmGov. Tim Pawlenty (R) has suggested that he would follow the court’s lead on whether to sign a certificate of election.
Without the certificate, Democrats have declined to attempt to seat Franken.
Coleman was the leader after Election Day, but a recount showed Franken overtaking him. A three-judge panel then affirmed Franken’s victory, which led to Coleman’s appeal to the state Supreme Court.
Coleman can still file suit in federal court, which could issue an order preventing Franken from being seated. It’s not yet clear whether Coleman will pursue further legal action, as his legal bills mount and public patience with his challenge wanes.
The former senator has seen several members of his staff disperse in recent months including, recently, his campaign manager.
Oh **SNAP!**
June 30th, 2009 at 2:43 pmApparently AJ has decided he is the arbiter of what threads are acceptable for TP to start.
Not that his whining opinion matters at all to anyone ever.
June 30th, 2009 at 2:45 pmWell…that only took six months…
Thanks again to that moronic sack of poo Norm Coleman for stringing it out so long and costing the nation a bundle.
More evidence of repiggie managerial expertise…SNARK
June 30th, 2009 at 2:45 pmCongratluations, Senator-elect Franken.
Congratulations Minnesota.
June 30th, 2009 at 2:45 pmI’m betting the repubs will do all they can to not allow this to happen. The party of “No” will continue to block any and every action to give the Dems a clear majority. Now for the Dems to fall in line!
June 30th, 2009 at 2:46 pmDear AJ,
Stop. Stop NOW. Stop trying to think. Do it sooner than later.
You’ll thank me when the swelling has subsided, trust me.
June 30th, 2009 at 2:47 pm….
they’re mopping up o’reilly’s splattered
head from the ceiling at fox news.
***
June 30th, 2009 at 2:47 pmNow for the Dems to fall in line!
Or in other words, roll-over and play dead.
Another day inside the Beltway…
June 30th, 2009 at 2:48 pmReichwing outrage about “activist judges” making law from the bench in 3…2…1…
June 30th, 2009 at 2:48 pmLet the “Decade of Al Franken” begin (whew – that’s an oldie from SNL).
June 30th, 2009 at 2:48 pmNothing would cement the Republican image as the Party of “No” more than continuing to fight this. If Cornyn wants to waste more money he should be advised by the corpse posing as Senate Majority Leader that no Republican should expect to be seated following the 2010 election unless Franken takes his seat now.
June 30th, 2009 at 2:49 pmAbout time. Do us all proud, Al.
June 30th, 2009 at 2:50 pmThat’s Senator Franken to those of us in the cheap seats.
June 30th, 2009 at 2:51 pmOK, I was close:
>>Al Franken: “Thank you, Jane. Well, the “me” decade is almost over, and good riddance, and far as I’m concerned. The 70’s were simply 10 years of people thinking of nothing but themselves. No wonder we were unable to get together and solve any of the many serious problems facing our nation. Oh sure, some people did do some positive things in the 70’s – like jogging – but always for the wrong reasons, for their own selfish, personal benefit. Well, I believe the 80’s are gonna have to be different. I think that people are going to stop thinking about themselves, and start thinking about me, Al Franken. That’s right. I believe we’re entering what I like to call the Al Franken Decade. Oh, for me, Al Franken, the 80’s will be pretty much the same as the 70’s. I’ll still be thinking of me, Al Franken. But for you, you’ll be thinking more about how things affect me, Al Franken. When you see a news report, you’ll be thinking, “I wonder what Al Franken thinks about this thing?”, “I wonder how this inflation thing is hurting Al Franken?” And you women will be thinking, “What can I wear that will please Al Franken?”, or “What can I not wear?” You know, I know a lot of you out there are thinking, “Why Al Franken?” Well, because I thought of it, and I’m on TV, so I’ve already gotten the jump on you. So, I say let’s leave behind the fragmented, selfish 70’s, and go into the 80’s with a unity and purpose. That’s what I think. I’m Al Franken. Jane?”<<
http://snltranscripts.jt.org/79/79fupdate.phtml
June 30th, 2009 at 2:51 pmPawlenty wants to be president. If he’s smart, he will sign the election certificate and move on.
Any bets he’s not all that smart?
June 30th, 2009 at 2:52 pmLawsy, but Missy Graham will be overcome by the vapors, having to sit on the same committees with Al.
June 30th, 2009 at 2:53 pmCongratulations, again, Senator Franken.
I didn’t particularly dislike Normy before this whole mess, though I did vote against him, but he may have done Minnesota and the Democrats a favor. I expect to see massive national funding for Democrats in the 2010 Minnesota elections.
The demise of Norm’s political career is a given. Let’s just hope that the disgust holds over and motivates the sane people of this State to toss out Crazy Shelly and reject the State GOP’s stance that they’ve been getting their asses kicked because they aren’t extreme enough.
June 30th, 2009 at 2:53 pmi’ve always wondered why Average Joe doesn’t go to CNN.com to question the legitimacy of articles there
the other day they had an article on John and Kate getting a divorce on the FRONT PAGE. i’ve never watched the show and understand that its big, but come on, headline news on cnn?
average joe, where is your outrage over this?
your opinion on what is “relevant” is a joke because you choose to harass a website with a clearly stated agenda rather than attacking a news agency.
i’d say TP headlines generally give you more actual info on things that matter than your typical batch of cnn.com headlines
why aren’t you commenting on cnn.com average joe
they need your help determining what is important, clearly
June 30th, 2009 at 2:54 pmNot ready to run in the streets and excitedly bang the pans just yet. No telling what Norm, the best and most popular member to the party of NO will do next.
And, if Al does make it in, do we now have 3 votes from the Senate for public health care?
June 30th, 2009 at 2:58 pmTPM’s Eric Kleefeld has also raised the possibility that the Senate GOP could “attempt to filibuster” Franken’s acceptance, even if Pawlenty signs the certificate.
Knock yourselves out, Goopers. :D
June 30th, 2009 at 3:00 pmCongrats Sen. Franken!
June 30th, 2009 at 3:01 pmAs much as O’reilly hates Franken, I would bet that the “Factor” already has a call in to Al’s “people” requesting an “interview.”
This actually works out very well for O’Reilly because he has one more high profile person to attack on a nightly basis.
(Get some security around you now Al–O’Rielly’s this close to telling his audience that “you have blood on your hands” which as every one knows is code for “I need someone to take care of this person.”)
And, perhaps, the best part is that Normy is still on the hook for legal bills. He may have been a bit two-faced before but I can’t wait to see who he begs for help.
June 30th, 2009 at 3:01 pmI always like how republicans are big on the “will of the people” as long as they win the election.
June 30th, 2009 at 3:02 pmIt would be funny as hell to see the repubs try and filibuster the seating of a democrat. Talk about proving to the rest of the country that they are truly more party than country first.
June 30th, 2009 at 3:02 pmCongratulations, Senator Franken.
I double watchdog dare the GOP to attempt to fillibuster. They will BMW about Franken’s election but I doubt they will actually do more than talk about fillibuster, which would tattoo them with the title “Party of No”.
June 30th, 2009 at 3:02 pmYes finally the 60th vote!
June 30th, 2009 at 3:02 pmAll I can say, in my sweetest, most lady-like voice, is
IT’S ABOUT FCUKING TIME!
PEACE
June 30th, 2009 at 3:06 pmI believe Gov. Pawlenty has already said he would sign the certification is so ordered by the Minnesota Supreme Court. I suspect that reply was directed at the court and they were more than happy to comply with the request. Coleman can still appeal to the federal court but I am hard pressed to see where there is a federal issue involved. This should be the last word. I seriously doubt Republican Senators would want to block Franken being seated now that he will have certification.
June 30th, 2009 at 3:06 pmI’m not terribly excited about the 60-vote thing, since two of those “Democrats” are Spector and Lieberman, and considering the stench of Blue Dog feces spread around the Senate.
June 30th, 2009 at 3:07 pmCongratulations Senator Franken. You not only won the election, but stuck to your guns while the inevitable Republican snit played itself out.
If Governor Pawlenty considers the government of the State of Minnesota to be valid then he will sign the certification.
June 30th, 2009 at 3:08 pmI might be able to give him a hand. All my finances are handled by my CPA Helen Waite. So if he wants my help he just has to go to Helen Waite.
June 30th, 2009 at 3:08 pm…
trolls?
:|
June 30th, 2009 at 3:09 pmColeman to speak at 4 pm, Eastern.
Franken to speak at 5 pm, Eastern.
Should be interesting…
June 30th, 2009 at 3:09 pmCaption
Up yours, Coleman, O’ Reilly!
June 30th, 2009 at 3:10 pmCongrats, Minnesota. For a couple of days, at least, the rest of the country will see Al Franken as the face of Minn. politics instead of Michelle Batsh!t.
June 30th, 2009 at 3:11 pmfirst – Is there something somewhere that gives a time limit on the Governor’s ability to hold off on this?
second – who is more worried about 60 Democratic Senators, the republicans or Harry Reid???
third – will Bushbama still chase Republicans or will he just try to persuade the “Democrats” that his way is best?
fourth – does this mean anything since it is the Corporate people that really matter to the politicians not the voting People…
June 30th, 2009 at 3:11 pmOh, but I did forget to say Congrats Senator AL!!!!!
June 30th, 2009 at 3:11 pmSo for 8 months, Minesotta has traded the representation by Franken by providing a soapbox for Bachman?
If you live in Minesotta, take notice of how the repubs love you.
June 30th, 2009 at 3:12 pmCongrats Senator Franken :-]
WOW!!
June 30th, 2009 at 3:13 pmjoe cantwell Says:
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….
they’re mopping up o’reilly’s splattered
head from the ceiling at fox news.
If only…lol
June 30th, 2009 at 3:14 pmSenator Franken’s best 7 ‘deadly sin’ words…
Rush Limbaugh is a Big Fat Idiot
June 30th, 2009 at 3:15 pmFranken, if certified, will be a reliable progressive leaning vote in the next go’round. The noose will begin to tighten, ever so slowly, on the right wing of the Dems. So long Ben Nelson, Mary Landrieu, and Blanche Lincoln and hello Olympia Snowe and Susan Collins. We’ll trade it all for 51 solid votes for health care. Biden’s vote is a lock, obviously. Bingo.
June 30th, 2009 at 3:15 pmFranken will be the 60th Democrat in the U.S. Senate, giving the party enough votes to overcome Republican filibusters.
That’s assuming filibusters follow party lines. Which they don’t. Do you think the Democrats can count on Lieberman or Specter? I don’t.
June 30th, 2009 at 3:19 pmThe noose will begin to tighten, ever so slowly, on the right wing of the Dems.
So will obama and the dem leadership quit capitulating to them and their republican allies?
Stay tuned to a real news site to find out…
June 30th, 2009 at 3:21 pmWhat basis does Coleman have to bring a FEDERAL appeal in the SCOTUS?
The is a State’s issue and the Minnesota Supreme Court has ruled!
Franken must be certified by the Governor . .
June 30th, 2009 at 3:21 pmOn filibuster – can’t control what repugs and their allies do.
BUT – dem leadership CAN force them to actually carry through with the filibuster and demonstrate to the nation what a travesty is is and how they circumvent the will of the people.
To date, dem leadership has failed us here. I am not sure adding Franken will give the leadership the courage (and conviction) to force the repug/blue dog’s hand.
June 30th, 2009 at 3:22 pmThis moment in the sun for Al ought to remind us about the celebrities who hilariously encouraged us not to vote for Al.
As Vicky J. would say, GO VIKIIIIIIINGS!
June 30th, 2009 at 3:22 pmFck off AJ. Your bullshit is stale.
June 30th, 2009 at 3:23 pmnan – here’s a surprise for you – the Internet does not revolve around your wishes nor the demands of a few that think they are bloggin’ gods…
I know, I know, you really are “progressive” and “liberal” and all….
June 30th, 2009 at 3:23 pmThe end had to be when the judge ruled Coleman’s campaign had to pay Franken nearly $100,000 in court fees. What Coleman contributer would feel happy about their donations to help keep Norm’s nose above water going to Franken? Talk about another kick to the GOP nuts.
June 30th, 2009 at 3:24 pmNext up for MN?…
Brett Favre in a purple #4 jersey!
June 30th, 2009 at 3:25 pmPAWLENTY: I’m going to follow the direction of the court, John.
He could never become a Republican president with that attitude.
June 30th, 2009 at 3:26 pmLadies and gentlemen, I give you…
UNITED STATES SENATOR AL FRANKEN!!!!
June 30th, 2009 at 3:28 pmFox Noise chyron:
Al Franken (R-MN) wins MN Supreme Court battle…
June 30th, 2009 at 3:28 pmI do live in Minnesota, MapleStreet, just a few blocks outside Crazy Shelly’s District. Just this past week, for the first time I can recall, the major local paper actually ran an op/ed that called her on her bat scat. That’s a huge first step.
Now, we need the national Democratic machine to pump some funds into Minnesota at the start of the next election cycle. And, I think this whole mess with Franken might result in some good ol’ fashion revenge. I really think that 2010 is going to be a bad year for GOoPers here in Minnesota.
June 30th, 2009 at 3:29 pmAnother Joe says…
here’s a surprise for you – the Internet does not revolve around your wishes, it revolves around my wishes. Now STOP POSTING THINGS ABOUT THIS REPUBLICAN PARTY THAT NOBODY’S EVER HEARD OF WAAAH MOMMY!!!!!”
June 30th, 2009 at 3:32 pmJust in time for health care!
June 30th, 2009 at 3:32 pmPlease tell me that’s a joke, Zimzone. If FNC did that…I would start to really get vocal about their chryon operator.
June 30th, 2009 at 3:34 pmThe Minnesota Supreme Court rules just days after the latest session of the U.S. Supreme Court ends and the Supremes go on vacation for several months. Coincidence?
If Coleman finally concedes, then Gov. Pawlenty will certify Al Franken as Minnesota’s senator, but if Coleman takes his case to federal court, then Pawlenty won’t certify…which, of course, flies in the face of Republican claims that they are for state’s right, just like what happened in the 2000 presidential election in which the Florida Supreme Court’s ruling to continue the recount wasn’t final and the conservative Rehnquist Supreme Court seated George W. Bush as president even though he’d lost the popular vote.
Republicans equal state’s rights? Hardly. They are only for state’s rights when it fits their hardcore right-wing agenda, but when they gain control of our federal government (like they did during the criminal Bush/Cheney years) then their attitude is state’s-rights-be-damned, fascism-full-steam-ahead.
June 30th, 2009 at 3:34 pmMay I request a moment of silence for Limpballs and Little Seanie Vanity? It really sucks to be them today. After all, a former liberal talk radio host just got elected to the U.S. Senate . . . and they are still sitting behind microphones pissing, whining, moaning, lying, hating, fear-mongering and repeating the same old crapola over day after day after day after day. They have to be seeing that their careers have dead-ended and there is no hope for either of them to escape their boring rants for the rest of their natural lives.
So sad.
June 30th, 2009 at 3:41 pmIsn’t it amazing what the Obama adminastration has done to the GOP?
June 30th, 2009 at 3:41 pmWorthy of repeating, in bold:
Senator Al Franken from Minnesota.
I’ve laughed at your comedy.
June 30th, 2009 at 3:41 pmI’ve read your books.
I now admire your run, and subsequent victory in the US Senate.
Maybe the ‘Sota voters aren’t bat$hit crazy, after all!!!
This is the headline from Fox Nation:
No Joke! Stuart Smalley Headed to Senate!
As if the headline wasn’t outrageous enough, the accompanying less than flattering photo was from an ancient SNL show.
Way to show your lack of class, Fox
June 30th, 2009 at 3:42 pmI totally understand why the GNOP objects to Franken. Being the Family Values crowd, they were outraged when his wife, Franny, was sick with cancer and Al delivered divorce papers to her bedside so he could marry him mistress! Oh, wait, that was Newt.
Okay, while Franny stayed home with the kids, Al flew off to Argentina to continue his years-long affair with… sorry, wrong again.
I got it, while maintaining a sham marriage, Al was toe tapping in his local airport mens room. Oops! My bad.
Prostitute + diapers? No, that’s not it. Sexting with teenage boy interns? Some other guy again. Offerning to blow an undercover cop in a public restroom? That wasn’t Al.
Sitting drunk and naked at a state campground? Maybe 30 years ago, that one I could believe, but the ex-GOP Georgia mayor arrested recently for just that wasn’t Al.
So, what’s their problem again? He’s a Democrat! Welcome, Senator Franken!
PEACE
June 30th, 2009 at 3:43 pm“MN Supreme Court Declares Franken The Winner In U.S. Senate Race — Will Pawlenty Certify Him?’
Norm is officially hosed! Finally, the nightmare is over. It’s about time. Congrats to the new Senator of Minnesota: Senator Al Franken. Gov. Tim Pawlenty will sign the certificate. If not, his words will bite him and his political career will be finito. It’s time for Norm to face reality, move on, and get ta steppin’.
June 30th, 2009 at 3:44 pmWell spencers mom, Franken is Jewish, which should make for some interesting heated conflicts with our non certified, Muslim president.
/snark
June 30th, 2009 at 3:46 pmPuple State:
June 30th, 2009 at 3:48 pmMy bad, Fox is the joke, & yes, I was, too.
Hmmm,
If Pawlenty, (T-Paw, to his close butt buddys), doesn’t sign Franken’s election certificate, his 2012 Presidential hopes will crash harder than Rushblow after a weekend in the Dominican.
That would mean Ensign, Huntsman, Sanford & Pawlenty all falling off a political cliff in just 2 short weeks.
Sweet…
June 30th, 2009 at 3:52 pmFranken Win A Huge Boost To Public Option
June 30th, 2009 at 3:54 pm
AJ, When you comment on topic you make some good points. When you go off on a rant I, and I suspect most others, just see your name and scroll right on by.
I am just saying that it’s getting a little stale.
June 30th, 2009 at 3:54 pmZooey Says:
Pawlenty wants to be president. If he’s smart, he will sign the election certificate and move on.
Any bets he’s not all that smart?
It all depends on what the Republic party leaders tell him to do. If they come to the conclusion that fighting Franken is doing them more harm than good, they will tell Pawlenty to sign the certificate. Otherwise, they will tell him not to. I doubt that Pawlenty is capable of independent thought so whatever he does will be at the behest of his party. He is, after all, one of the party before country crowd.
June 30th, 2009 at 3:56 pmAnother Blow A$$ Job?
June 30th, 2009 at 3:57 pmAnd as I am composing, you are posting a comment that proves my point. Thanks.
June 30th, 2009 at 3:57 pmGuess we’ll find out in about 5 minutes whether or not Coleman recognizes reality for what it is and wish Senator Franken well.
June 30th, 2009 at 3:58 pmWhich he should have done a long time ago.
Coleman just conceded
Congrats Senator Al!
June 30th, 2009 at 4:01 pmColeman just conceeded and congratulated the New Senator From MN
June 30th, 2009 at 4:02 pmI’ve ignored AnotherShmoe’s postings a while back.
Can you say “Concern, much?”
I knew you could.
June 30th, 2009 at 4:02 pmRE: #69 – spencer’s mom, I think I love you…
June 30th, 2009 at 4:02 pmIts Official. Norm Coleman has conceded the election to Sen. Elect Franken.
June 30th, 2009 at 4:03 pm..
rt,
how about a link?
:::
June 30th, 2009 at 4:03 pmwatching it on MSNBC
June 30th, 2009 at 4:04 pmNow lets see if the GNOP is stupid enough to follow through on the threat to fillibuster Franken being seated.
June 30th, 2009 at 4:04 pmColeman gracefully (imagine that) conceded.
June 30th, 2009 at 4:06 pmNorm walks out of court, feeling soft in the middle now
Why so soft in the middle now
Why is his face so damned long?
We can call him Normy, but Normy when he calls him
June 30th, 2009 at 4:07 pmCalls him SENATOR AL! Call him SENATOR AL!
spencers mom Says:
So, what’s their problem again? He’s a Democrat! Welcome, Senator Franken!
Keith Olberman made a good point the other night about Republics who stray and get caught vs Democrats who do. The difference is the Democrats either quit their jobs on their own or are forced out by their party, whereas the Republics are giving standing ovations. The next time someone says to you “but the Democrats have their own sex scandals”, be sure to ask them what the end result is of a Democrat’s sex scandal vs. the outcome of a Republic’s sex scandal.
June 30th, 2009 at 4:07 pmHe’s smart enough
He’s good enough
And doggone it, more people voted for him
Go Senator Al!
June 30th, 2009 at 4:08 pmRantingTommy Says:
Coleman just conceded
Congrats Senator Al!
If Coleman conceded it’s because the Republics told him that they would no longer bankroll him.
June 30th, 2009 at 4:09 pmColeman has finally conceded, so now it’s safe for Pawlenty to sign the election certificate.
Congratulations, Senator Al Franken!
June 30th, 2009 at 4:10 pmCoulter was trying to make the same case for the GOP last week on Faux, which is, I guess, the only place you can make such a ridiculous claim and not have the viewers actually look it up.
June 30th, 2009 at 4:12 pmthey never expected to win
the whole scam was just a stalling tactic to try to keep the Democrats from having 60 votes for as long as possible, hoping that the momentum from Obama’s historic victory would have slowed by the time Senator Franken was certified.
despite the best efforts of the concern trolls, I don’t think the momentum has slowed enough for the republicans’ liking
June 30th, 2009 at 4:12 pm…
but where are the trolls?
quick, send in the trolls.
:) :)
…
June 30th, 2009 at 4:16 pmRanting Tommy says:
I agree with that. And now that the end game has finally played out, I hope the GNOP gets a taste (a bitter one at that) of what life is really like in the minority.
June 30th, 2009 at 4:16 pmtom says:
A moment of silence?
Are you kidding?
I plan to dance and spit on Limpdick’s & Brillo’s, & Hannity’s graves. What I leave there could not be mistaken for flowers.
June 30th, 2009 at 4:17 pmIf Coleman has now conceded the race to Franken, then the Governor needs to sign now.
Regardless of how I personally feel about Franken (I think he’s an idiot) or the thought of a 60-count Dem majority (gag), he is now the Senator-elect, and since the last obstacle has been overcome (both the Court ruling and Coleman bowing out), Pawlenty needs to sign, and Franken needs to be sworn into office ASAP.
Later,
June 30th, 2009 at 4:18 pmlokidog Says:
Thanks, lokidog. I’ve been looking for that skit since Al started his run for office and still haven’t found the actual clip.
Congrat’s Al!
June 30th, 2009 at 4:19 pmWelcome to the Al Frankin Decade!
Cicero says:
Shall I call the WAAAHbulence for you and the rest of the trolls?
June 30th, 2009 at 4:19 pmjoe cantwell Says:
…
but where are the trolls?
quick, send in the trolls.
:) :)
…
Shh. They’re all listening to Rush kvetch over the similarity between the Minnesota election and the Iranian election.
They’ll be back after obamawipe$ gets all of his comedy material ready. I can’t wait. That guy is FUNNY!
June 30th, 2009 at 4:22 pmHow long before an member of the RNC leadership, representing the party that always champions the rights of states and complains about federal government interference in state decisions, declares that the will of the people, legislature, and court system of Minnesota is irrelevant and encourages Coleman to pursue the matter at the federal level?
Wait for it…wait for it….
June 30th, 2009 at 4:25 pm…
purp,
couldn’t wait so i went over
to foxnation. lots of rw head
popping there. enjoy!
:0
:)
June 30th, 2009 at 4:26 pmIt must suck to lose to Jesse Ventura, a wrestler, and Al Franken, a comedian, in the same political career.
June 30th, 2009 at 4:27 pmAm I the only one who sees Pawlenty challenging Sen. Al in 2014 (you know, after his presidential bid fails miserable and he winds up withdrawing after finishing 5th in NH?)
June 30th, 2009 at 4:30 pmCicero: he came, he posted, he left (veni, wee-wee, bye-bye)
June 30th, 2009 at 4:30 pmjoe cantwell Says:
…
Heh. They’re going nuts there and probably on all the winger blogs. I didn’t realize until now that Al Franken is a demon.
June 30th, 2009 at 4:32 pmThe media being what it is, I’m guessing we’ll be seeing a lot of Senator Franken. As a celebrity, he’s irresistible. We need a
June 30th, 2009 at 4:32 pmliberal frontman—he could be the ticket.
YES!!! We in Minnesota will now have are other Senator. I hope limpballs head explodes. Normy say’s he going to go fishing, now if he would only take Bachman with him everything would be perfect in Minnesota.
June 30th, 2009 at 4:32 pm…
gum,
demon?
he’s the anti-palin!
:)
btw, fml recycled some stuff
on the next post. boring.
:|
June 30th, 2009 at 4:41 pmAs my handle says. Norm conceded and thus saved Timmeh’s presidential dreams.
Go get’em Al. Er, excuse me, Senator Franken.
June 30th, 2009 at 4:44 pmLet the real whining commence. The local trolls are already claiming that George Soros bought the Mn Supreme Court.
June 30th, 2009 at 4:48 pmpete Says: It really was 8 judges. It was 3-0 in favor of Franken from the lower court and 5-0 in favor of Franken in the Mn Supreme Court. It was a clean sweep in the courts for Franken.
June 30th, 2009 at 5:09 pmangels81,
In Reichwhiner world those kind of numbers are proof of a conspiracy. Especially since, if I recall, 5 of the 8 judges are Republicans. The silly Reichwhiners can’t stand it when one of their own fails to follow the blind party line.
June 30th, 2009 at 5:15 pmIt is sacry as an independent to hear your glee in getting Al Franken, an unqualified individual seated in the senate. Especially since I have read your criticism of Reagan for being an actor turned politician. At least Reagan had experience in politics, with his work as president of screen actors guild in the era of black listing, then as governor of California. It is also scary when your primary reason seems to be to get to the magic number 60 to stop republicans. then you say the republicans are the party of no (when the democrats stopped Bush from making any progress on welfare, health care reform, etc.) Doesn’t it seem hypocritical to cricize the republicans for being sheep that follow their leader, when you you celebrate that all 60 democrats would vote the same way? Doesn’t it bother you that you sound exactly like the republicans, who you hate?
June 30th, 2009 at 5:39 pmBruce 56 : It is sacry as an independent to hear your glee in getting Al Franken, an unqualified individual seated in the senate…….
First, if you look at the Senate, a good number of them are from non-political pasts. Be it “heck of a job Brownie” or Michele Bachman, being qualified isn’t always a genuine seal of approval (which is the point I think you’re making about Reagan).
June 30th, 2009 at 5:51 pmAngels 81 – and don’t forget that a 5-4 split of the Supreme Court was a stunning denouncement of Sotomayor. So what does an 8-0 split mean for Coleman ?
June 30th, 2009 at 5:52 pmMapleStreet, Please explain to me how 8-0 is a split? A split of what?
June 30th, 2009 at 5:54 pmCongress needs intelligent people who are quick studies. People who understand what a theory is and so forth, and are capable of doing research as a regular part of their decision making process. Congress needs people who can deliberate. Congress needs people who want to serve the people. I’ll bet Franken is all of those things, plus he is comfortable in the lime-light and media savvy.
June 30th, 2009 at 5:56 pmHow embarrassing to Minnesota; first to elect good ol Jesse and now the unfunny comedian Franny Franken. I felt BAD for you all after you all had to deal with JV, but now I must say you all deserve ol Frannie.I sure am glad I moved out of your effed up state years ago.I would be so Embarrassed. Yeah, you betcha
June 30th, 2009 at 6:10 pmIt is also scary when your primary reason seems to be to get to the magic number 60 to stop republicans. then you say the republicans are the party of no (when the democrats stopped Bush from making any progress on welfare, health care reform, etc.)
Stop republicans from obstructing democratic initiatives? Only a conservative could assert such a loopy, muddled view. Drinking too much wine, made from those fermented sour grapes will clearly cause some deluded thinking. Get some therapy, before the hate totally consumes you.
June 30th, 2009 at 6:19 pmI sure am glad I moved out of your effed up state years ago.
I am glad you moved out of my state, too, cupcake. I sure hope the door slammed you real hard on the way out!
June 30th, 2009 at 6:19 pmEmbarrassed. Yeah, you betcha
Someone’s got a crush on Caribou Barbie…
June 30th, 2009 at 6:23 pmtom Says:
I sure am glad I moved out of your effed up state years ago.
I am glad you moved out of my state, too, cupcake. I sure hope the door slammed you real hard on the way out!
What kind of moron doesn’t like Minnesota? I’m sure he’s much happier down in Oklahoma.
June 30th, 2009 at 6:51 pmbut where are the trolls?
quick, send in the trolls.
July 1st, 2009 at 2:51 ambruce56
Franken is not unqualified. Being a politician your whole life isnt the only way to be qualified. That is why we VOTE. Franken got a degree in Polic Sci from Harvard and has had his fingers in politics since he was IN Harvard. Anyone who thinks, and several here have pointed out it is naive to do so, that Dems will vote lockstep is fooling themselves. Franken is a smart, strong progressive voice and THAT is why I sent him money even though I live in Arizona. That and Coleman was a weasel
July 1st, 2009 at 3:30 amnot Mn any more thank god Says:
Do the REST of the country a favor and move out of America. You are too stupid for us to be burdened with your ignorance
July 1st, 2009 at 3:31 amJim Wolf359 Says:
PatrioticLiberalChristian Says:
Jeeze, talk about your sore winners…
Later,
July 1st, 2009 at 9:01 amgoog choice Mn.
July 1st, 2009 at 10:35 pmSenator Franken
I have great respect for anyone who sticks to his guns when the easiest route is to turn tail—like so many of the Democrats have done in the past 8 years. But you, sir, have not! But your tribulations are just beginning. Dirty politics will continue, hitting you with every thing they have; right, left and below the belt. I have placed faith on many politicians, especially, the Democrats. They have betrayed their duties and the promises they made to reverse the criminal acts and actions of the Bush administration. This included President Obama. But you are different. You stood your ground while other Democrats would have found an excuse to quit, to get paid off or hop over to the other side. Your long battle is not over, sir. It’s just beginning. To come to the aid of the common man, the ordinary guy and gal, who work hard for their daily bread, means you’ll be giving rub burns to the corporate/industrial/financial monsters , the pro conservative power structure of this nation. They don’t give up, they don’t play fair and they don’t forget or forgive. Be prepare, Mr. Franken. The most dangerous opponents you will be facing will be your “liberal” cohorts, beginning with the President. They will try to discredit you for your “attempt” to right the wrongs what this Congress have visited upon this nation. In other words, trying to upset their ill-gotten apple carts.
Again, my whole hardiness and congratulation on your senatorial success.
Forever your follower,
July 3rd, 2009 at 2:19 amArmando Gomez