Northland’s NewsCenter: Sen. Franken Named Honorary Chair for Duluth Airshow
U.S. Senator Al Franken will be the honorary chair for the 2012 Duluth Airshow.
“I couldn’t be prouder that Duluth is home to such a prestigious event ... I can’t wait to see all the action this September,” Senator Franken said.
Winona Daily News: Sen. Al Franken: VAWA would keep Wellstone legacy alive
When my wife, Franni, and I decided that I should run for the Senate, we were greatly influenced by the example set by Sen. Paul Wellstone and his wife, Sheila.
The Wellstones’ example serves as a constant reminder of what public service is all about — it’s about helping others; it’s about giving a voice to those who otherwise might go unheard; it’s about making the law more just and more fair, especially for those who need its protections the most.
Human Rights Campaign: President Obama Endorses Critical Safe Schools Bills
President Obama is throwing his support behind the Student Non-Discrimination Act (SNDA) and the Safe Schools Improvement Act (SSIA).
SNDA is sponsored by Sen. Al Franken (D-MN) in the Senate and Rep. Jared Polis (D-CO) in the House of Representatives. SNDA would prohibit public elementary and secondary schools from discriminating against any student on the basis of actual or perceived sexual orientation or gender identity.