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In reply to the discussion: Ex-Sen. Al Franken takes first steps back into public arena [View all]InAbLuEsTaTe
(24,122 posts)75. I respectfully disagree... based on reports I read, it sure seems like he was unfairly railroaded
out of the Senate after requesting that the appropriate Senate committee conduct a full investigation into the allegations.
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Al should move to New York and run against Kirsten Gillibrand for her NY Senate seat...
InAbLuEsTaTe
Nov 2018
#2
He grew up in Minnesota and graduated from high school here. He also cut his teeth in comedy here.
WhiskeyGrinder
Nov 2018
#31
While Gillibrand deserves that, I'd prefer she remain in her seat, go no further, and Al wins
hlthe2b
Nov 2018
#9
I love how people stand up for those accused of sexual harassment against those that
Renew Deal
Nov 2018
#33
I love how people refuse to fight for DUE PROCESS for those acused of sexual harassment...
InAbLuEsTaTe
Nov 2018
#71
I respectfully disagree... based on reports I read, it sure seems like he was unfairly railroaded
InAbLuEsTaTe
Nov 2018
#75
Don't get the logic there... ANY due process is still better than NONE AT ALL.
InAbLuEsTaTe
Dec 2018
#102
So not true...due process applies to civil disputes & matters involving administrative procedures...
InAbLuEsTaTe
Dec 2018
#105
Wrong again, sorry... political Senate hearings most certainly can be subject to varying degrees
InAbLuEsTaTe
Dec 2018
#109
Wish I lived in New York... I would vote for Al too in a heartbeat if he ran.
InAbLuEsTaTe
Nov 2018
#73
A public apology by Franken, along with a senatorial censure, would have been an adequate punishment
Paladin
Nov 2018
#34
Franken did not decide to avoid an ethic investigation--he actually REQUESTED the investigation.
StevieM
Nov 2018
#54
Franken did not acknowledge the truthfullness of the stories--he disputed them.
StevieM
Dec 2018
#118
He wasn't given a choice. His resignation was demanded and the demands were accompanied by threats.
StevieM
Dec 2018
#121
I'm not saying there isn't good in the guy or not acknowledge the good things he did...
cynatnite
Dec 2018
#122
Fine but I totally disagree. I don't believe he had a real choice, at least not one that can be
StevieM
Dec 2018
#123
If you heard or read Franken's resignation speech, you'd know that your post is untrue.
Denzil_DC
Nov 2018
#89
I watched video of all of Franken's comments, and that's not my take on it.
PatrickforO
Nov 2018
#91
i do...every senator that was on the list showed a lack of judgement
questionseverything
Nov 2018
#85
Your question makes me think of those old monster movies where the villagers all light torches, get
PatrickforO
Nov 2018
#93
I Miss Franken's Voice & Would Welcome Him Back in the Public Arena in Whatever Manner He Chooses
dlk
Nov 2018
#36
That was a right-wing smear job and our leadership fell for it hook, line and sinker.
PatrickforO
Nov 2018
#38
And some seem to conveniently ignore Franken's resignation speech. Like you apparently have.
Denzil_DC
Nov 2018
#90
"This is the sort of thing that will be weeded out of the party in time, though."
Denzil_DC
Dec 2018
#127
If you cannot see the huge gulf of difference in how people in the DU treat a man
Tarc
Dec 2018
#131
That has nothing to do with your repeatedly posting untruths, no matter how much you try to wriggle.
Denzil_DC
Dec 2018
#135
I can assure you that you have nothing to teach me, nor anybody else here, by the look of it.
Denzil_DC
Dec 2018
#142
I've been an Al fan for years. I support him in any endeavor he undertakes.
dem4decades
Nov 2018
#45
It was a right wing hit job because he was an effective progressive voice. Just like Gary Hart n/t
wroberts189
Nov 2018
#80
I completely agree. But you accidentally put "n/t" in the title of your post and then went on
StevieM
Nov 2018
#88
Progressives sure seem to unfairly get thrown under the bus with more ease than most. Why is that?
InAbLuEsTaTe
Dec 2018
#111
Democrats that fall for pubs trickery ...they need to be voted out. Outrageous ignorance !! n/t
wroberts189
Nov 2018
#81