Senate Update: Coke-Addled Comedian Addressing Fiery Latina Racist 4.34K Pareene 07/13/09 01:37PM Filed to: Mockeries of democracy Mockeries of democracy Al Franken Sonia sotomayor Senate Congress He is namechecking little minnesota towns Senator Al Franken(!!!) is giving his opening remarks in the Sonia Sotomayor confirmation hearings. If he says anything intentionally or unintentionally funny we will let you know. Oh, a protester just got kicked out. (Coleman?) [Photo: AP]