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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2009
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Franken Officially Sworn In

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(Newser) – Eight months after the election, Al Franken finally became Minnesota’s junior senator today, Politico reports. Joe Biden swore the former funnyman in on the same Bible late Democratic Minnesota Sen. Paul Wellstone used. “Congratulations Senator,” said the vice president, causing the Senate gallery to erupt in cheers. Though only some 25 other senators showed up, the public and media had packed the chamber.

Al Franken, with Harry Reid, speaks during a news conference on Capitol Hill Monday.
Al Franken, with Harry Reid, speaks during a news conference on Capitol Hill Monday.   (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)
Al Franken is introduced by Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid during a news conference on Capitol Hill, July 6, 2009, in Washington.
Al Franken is introduced by Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid during a news conference on Capitol Hill, July 6, 2009, in Washington.   (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)
Minnesota's Democratic Senator-elect Al Franken speaks during a news conference on Capitol Hill, Monday, July 6, 2009, in Washington.
Minnesota's Democratic Senator-elect Al Franken speaks during a news conference on Capitol Hill, Monday, July 6, 2009, in Washington.   (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)
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ClingingToHope
Jul 7, 09 12:48 PM CDT
Yet another sign that the Apocalypse is upon us. I can't wait until he breaks out his satellite dish hat at Senate hearings. Reply
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BeatBlaster
Jul 7, 09 12:48 PM CDT
Good luck Senator. Reply
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hamsammichs
Jul 7, 09 1:08 PM CDT
What a joke. Reply
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Lula
Jul 7, 09 3:22 PM CDT
What joke????? The joke is that Coleman played this out for so long.
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JonmarkP
Jul 7, 09 1:10 PM CDT
Not to worry - Franken is a "centrist," meaning he's willing to go along with just about any corporate scam that comes his way. He was a big Hillary supporter-that should tell you everything you need to know about him. Al Franken is no Paul Wellstone. Reply
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