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Democrat Franken wins protracted Minn. Senate race

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) - More than two years after declaring his candidacy for Minnesota's Senate seat, and about seven months since the last vote was cast in the race, Al Franken is going to Washington to claim the post. Full Article at KIVITV.com

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