Franken Seeks Advice for Possible Bid

[stephanie]

:eek2:

By FREDERIC J. FROMMER, Associated Press Writer

Wednesday, January 17, 2007

(01-17) 15:14 PST WASHINGTON (AP) --


Comedian Al Franken has reached out to Democratic lawmakers from Minnesota in recent days, seeking advice on a possible Senate run against Republican Sen. Norm Coleman next year.


Franken, a veteran of "Saturday Night Live" and radio show host, told The Associated Press on Wednesday that he's called all of the Democrats in the delegation.


"I didn't call Coleman," he deadpanned. "I want to mainly touch base and get advice and counsel on certain issues."


Franken said he's also been reaching out to campaign veterans, pollsters and others to get their advice. While people have been encouraging, Franken said, they've also warned about possible pitfalls.


One in particular, Franken relayed: "It's unknown how people will respond to a comedian running for the Senate. I need to figure out a way to let people know I'm extremely serious about Minnesotans and their lives."


Franken said he hopes to make a decision in the next few weeks. Last year, he moved his radio show from New York City to Minneapolis.


Rep. Collin Peterson, the chairman of the House Agriculture Committee, said that when he picked up the phone, the first thing Franken said was, "I need you to explain countercyclical payments to me."
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[Mr. P]

This guy is a total idiot! But then we seem to elect total idiots.

[jillian]

This guy is a total idiot! But then we seem to elect total idiots.

Interestingly enough, he's not, though the right does enjoy painting him that way. Then again, the right likes painting anyone to the left as "stupid", "traitorous", "evil", "crazy", yadda, yadda, yadda.....

Now, I've never seen you do that Mr P, but you know how it is. As for Franken, he's a bright guy.... the Repubs have certainly elected people with far less smarts. And with Ahhhhhnold doing a second term as the Governator, I'm not so sure Franken filling Wellfeld's old seat is such a far out thing.

[MtnBiker]

I've listened to some of his Air America radio show, he didn't seem that bright to me.

[jillian]

I've listened to some of his Air America radio show, he didn't seem that bright to me.

Well, to be fair, you probably didn't agree with most of what he said. And, like I said, the Repubs have certainly elected people with less smarts without flinching.

Can anyone here spell "potatoe" [sic]?

[MtnBiker]

Well, to be fair, you probably didn't agree with most of what he said.

I can disagree with someone and still think they are bright.

[jillian]

I can disagree with someone and still think they are bright.

I know that.

[OCA]

Interestingly enough, he's not, though the right does enjoy painting him that way. Then again, the right likes painting anyone to the left as "stupid", "traitorous", "evil", "crazy", yadda, yadda, yadda.....

Now, I've never seen you do that Mr P, but you know how it is. As for Franken, he's a bright guy.... the Repubs have certainly elected people with far less smarts. And with Ahhhhhnold doing a second term as the Governator, I'm not so sure Franken filling Wellfeld's old seat is such a far out thing.

Ummmm honey that is Wellstone.

Franken is a joke, he couldn't carry Arnold's jockstrap. Coleman would hardly have to campaign if they run this dolt.

[jillian]

Ummmm honey that is Wellstone.

Franken is a joke, he couldn't carry Arnold's jockstrap. Coleman would hardly have to campaign if they run this dolt.

Heh.... you are correct. Sorry. I have moments like that!

Ya might be right. On the other hand, you might not. Might want to hear what he has to say before you pre-judge, though. And that was my only point since each time any Dem announces for anything, the right-wingers immediately start trashing them.

[OCA]

Heh.... you are correct. Sorry. I have moments like that!

Ya might be right. On the other hand, you might not. Might want to hear what he has to say before you pre-judge, though. And that was my only point since each time any Dem announces for anything, the right-wingers immediately start trashing them.

Oh i've listened to this clown on Sirius, its mostly schtick and bad shtick at that. He couldn't make it as a comedian, couldn't make it as an actor, Air America is getting wiped ratings wise and now lol he wants to run for Senate! You guys must have someone better in Minnesota....or are you already giving up that seat without a fight?

Oh almost forgot....and he got his ass kicked by O'Reilly no matter how the media spins it.

[stephanie]

And we all know.....those on the left NEVER trash anyone....

Chimpy
Dubya
BushHilter

the Governator....

[Mr. P]

Interestingly enough, he's not, ....

Yeah he is..I've heard his BS..He's and Idiot.

[Gaffer]

Franken was NEVER a comedian. He was a wanna be. He's a wanna be actor and a wanna be talk show host. Now he's gonna be a wanna be senator. He ranks right up there with that fat slob michael moore. Two pee's in a pod. Minnisota elects muslims and ex-wrestlers so its posible they could elect his dumbass.

[stephanie]

I think he's dumber than a rock...And that's no trash talk....

I sincerely feel that way....

[CockySOB]

If Franken runs, I'll have to tune into the political ads in his area for the entertainment value. Not that I am particularly fond of his style of humor, but that I think his politics and reasoning are hilarious. When Franken is trying to be serious, he's normally at his funniest.