Did AL Franken really tackle a Dean Protester?

[romantico]

Reason I ask is the ONLY source I am hearing on this is the New York Post. NO ONE ELSE. The right is TERRIFIED of Al & I think they're trying to paint a negative picture of him(besides, didn't Russert tell a Michael Moore lie this week?)

Anyways, I guess it could be true.I'll bet if AL DID do this, theres more to the story than what the Post is claiming.

[ZenLefty]

1. You're analysis is very astute

The right is trying to demonize Mr. Franken. Read the CNN version of the same story:

http://www.cnn.com/2004/ALLPOLITICS/01/27/elec04.prez.democrats.larouche/

Reads a little different, doesn't it? Funny how the right spins this into making Franken look like a bully with violent tendencies. I've met him in person, he's not exactly a big tough guy.

[romantico]

2. Maybe the Post just Hates Franken

Look at this gem!

http://www.nypost.com/gossip/45165.htm

[romantico]

3. Look like another "reputable"news source runs with this story

NEWSMAX! I swear, is it me or is Newsmax competing with 'The Onion' these days. Read it & weap!

http://www.newsmax.com/archives/ic/2004/1/27/94253.shtml

[SaveElmer]

4. I heard it was a LaRouche Supporter

Disrupting a Dean event. And he didn't tackle him, but helped security remove him.

[romantico]

5. I'm gathering data now

I'm sending it to PAGE SIX at the NYpost. Doubt anything will be done,but still.We CAN NOT allow these right wingers to lie about us, then get caught & dismiss it! I hope AL Franken calls the Post on this!Man, I can't wait til he gets his show so he can address BS like this on a daily basis!

[RapidCreek]

7. That's how CBS reported it this morning.

RC

[derby378]

6. New York Post?

Yo, ain't worth the paper it's printed on
Founded in 1801 by Alexander Hamilton
That's 190 years of continuous fucked-up news

Public Enemy, Letter to the New York Post

[Voltaire99]

10. Fight the Power!

Nice to be reminded of P.E. :-)

[Timefortruth]

8. No, it's another lie brought forth by the liberal press.

http://www.cnn.com/2004/ALLPOLITICS/01/27/elec04.prez.democrats.larouc... /

http://www.nationalreview.com/murdock/murdock200401270912.asp

[romantico]

9. Been hearing this all day!

Went to a couple message boards & this is the lie their spreading. I debunked it but then I was told CNN is a liberal media outlet & the Newsmax/Post story is the real deal!These people are liears & wish AL would take them down.I'm all for a misunderstanding,but this is a typical mean spirted lie!

by the way, anyone know if Al Franken has a website? I'm looking for his email address.

[bluescribbler]

12. try this

http://www.ohthethingsiknow.com/

[anti-NAFTA]

11. Franken should have knocked the Larouchite unconscious

as a Jew, I really can't stand that scum. I'm sure Franken feels the same way.

[otohara]

13. I Just Spoke to A Volunteer at Dean NH

and he was there lastnight - said it did happen and laughed

[Loonman]

14. Body-slamming LaRouche supporters is a public service

A good one, too.

[hamsterhuey]

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