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Franken says, “Don’t forget me. I cheated on my taxes, too.”
IHateTheMedia.com ^ | 02/09/09

Posted on 02/09/2009 5:00:35 PM PST by slomark

Al Franken, the Minnesota Democratic senatorial candidate, apparently considers Tim Geithner and Tom Daschle to be role models. Because the unfunny former comedian still owes more than $70,000 in back taxes, interest and penalties to 17 states.

When the problems were discovered, Franken immediately threw his accountant of 18 years under the bus. The poor accountant could only say, “I’ve been told to say ‘no comment.’”

Referring to Daschle’s withdrawal, President Obama said, “Ultimately it’s important for this administration to send a message that there aren’t two sets of rules. You know, one for prominent people and one for ordinary folks who have to pay their taxes.”

If Franken’s senate bid proves unsuccessful, Obama is reported to be considering him for a position in his administration. “He has all the qualifications we’re looking for,” said one fictional administration spokesperson.

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TOPICS: Business/Economy; Humor; Music/Entertainment; Politics
KEYWORDS: alfranken; mexesota; obama; parody; ratcrime; satire; taxcheatparty; taxcheats; taxes
Bunch of hypocrites, every one of them (democrats)!
1 posted on 02/09/2009 5:00:36 PM PST by slomark
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To: slomark

“There are not two sets of rules!”

Very awkward forum to be saying that from.


2 posted on 02/09/2009 5:02:59 PM PST by DBCJR (What would you expect?)
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To: slomark
Taxes?

Taxes?

I don' pay no steenkin taxes.

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3 posted on 02/09/2009 5:03:27 PM PST by cripplecreek (The poor bastards have us surrounded.)
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To: slomark

OK, fine. fecAl, relinquish your fight for the senatorial seat, because you are now fully qualified to be a cabinet member in the zer0’s administration.


4 posted on 02/09/2009 5:03:58 PM PST by ScottinVA (Make my world PURRRFECT, Lord Obama!)
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To: slomark
“Don’t forget me. I cheated on my taxes, too.”

And stole from orphans!

5 posted on 02/09/2009 5:24:31 PM PST by rawcatslyentist (Proud non productive worker under directive 10-289)
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