Al Franken, Palo Alto, July 6, noon

Butch

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Commonwealth Club thing. You guys appreciate we are living at the center if the universe, correct? Their intro:

Al Franken, U.S. Senator (D-MN); Author...
This program is part of our Good Lit series, underwritten by the Bernard Osher Foundation.
How did an award-winning comedian defy the odds and get elected to public office? Hear more about Senator Al Franken’s journey as he shares behind-the-scenes moments of his foray into politics and working in Washington, D.C.
Senator Franken has represented the state of Minnesota since 2009. He serves on several committees, including the Judiciary; Energy and Natural Resources; Indian Affairs; and Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. Before entering the political scene, Senator Franken was a popular “Saturday Night Live” writer and featured player, comedian, and radio talk show host.
Location: Oshman Family JCC, Schultz Cultural Hall, 3921 Fabian Way, Palo Alto
Time: 11:15 a.m. check-in, noon program, 1 p.m. book signing
 
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