Obama urges Minnesota to vote for Al Franken

[Eric J in MN]

If you know any big Obama supporters in Minnesota who are on the fence about Al Franken, then please email or phone them with this:

SAINT PAUL <11/03/08> - In a unexpected appearance on WCCO Radio’s Don Shelby Show, Senator Barack Obama today made another pitch for DFL U.S. Senate candidate Al Franken, urging Minnesotans to send him a partner for change.

Senator Obama told listeners :

“I will say that your candidate in Minnesota, Al Franken, is going to be an important part of a coalition that brings about change. He’s really, I think, in this to fight for working families. I’m looking forward to seeing him serve in the Senate.

“And if people are looking for fundamental change over the next eight years, then I think an Obama-Biden ticket, Al Franken in the Senate, is going to be the best answer for working families all across the state.”

Audio

[lazyriver]

1. Since a Tom Allen win here in Maine is a long shot, I really want

this seat for Franken. If we only get to ditch one between Collins and Coleman, it's a no-brainer that Coleman needs to go. I'll be watching the results closely and sending all positive thoughts Al's way.

[Phoebe Loosinhouse]

2. I love Al Franken! The man is both smart and funny and he writes great books.

The idea of having him in the Senate as opposed to Norm Coleman is just a dream come true.Please, please, Minnesota, I am begging you to elect Al Franken.

And extra points for making Bill O'Reilly go stark raving bonkers on air when it's announced.

[Eric J in MN]

3. If Al Franken wins, it will be great to hear Bill O'Reilly talk about it.

If Al Franken loses, not so much.