Honorable Al Franken
United States Senator, Minnesota, Democrat
Al Franken was first elected to the U.S. Senate in November 2008. He worked as a writer and performer on Saturday Night Live before becoming a political activist and radio show host. He currently serves on the Judiciary Committee. The following is excerpted from Senator Franken’s April 4, 2017, remarks before the Senate on confirmation of Judge Neil Gorsuch to the U.S. Supreme Court. I rise in opposition to the nomination of Judge Neil Gorsuch to serve as an associate justice on the Supreme Court. After meeting with the nominee, carefully reviewing his record, and questioning him during his confirmation…
