Senator Al Franken​ in conversation with Chelsea Handler​ at Live Talks Los Angeles 

Come back Al - we need you in the Senate. The way he was treated was bs.

Wish Al had not resigned.

All Franken is one of the best senators ever elected to the Senate. It's a shame he had to step down without as much as an investigation. Miss you Al!!😣

We NEED more people like Al Franken in Washington!!

We need Al back in office

He is missed in the Senate by intelligent people.

Al was most definitely an unjust casualty of the Me Too movement. Run again Al!

Sen. Franken is one thing that makes Minnesota great and personally, makes me proud to live in such a great state.

Jeez....he never should have resigned....he was pressured by his Democratic colleagues to leave...big mistake....any other Senator or politician would have apologized and it would have been forgotten about in a couple of weeks. His "misdeed" compared to trump's blatant and UnAmerican behavior would be considered quaint in the era of trump.

Love and good luck to Al Franken!!!!

AL FRANKEN FOR INDEPENDENT PRESIDENT 2024!!!

This was in 2017. It all went down hill from there. We will never be the same. Wish I could forget 2016 to 2020.

Loved this conversation. So insightful and funny.

AL FRANKIN FOR PRES..2024. He at least took responsibility for his actions and as a comedian, he speak truth and honesty. We need more of that.

Al Franken is the most precious politician that ever went to Washington. "Next to"Jimmy Carter.!

I love Al Franken. Been a fan for years. 💯😹

Al Franken is great!

I LOVE THIS GUY.

I'm reading Al's new book right now. Such a pleasure as well as typically informative. I'm so impressed by his brilliance and drive as well as his frankness and warmth.

Still a Giant of the Senate!

I never laughed hard in my life at the joke that Al told told about Ted Cruz. The timing was impeccable. 🤣🤣🤣🤣

"He's just a toxic coworker. Ted is the guy who microwaves fish." That's my favorite line. Al is sharp as hell and badly needed.

i will quit my job live out of a suitcase move to Minnesota and do anything asked of me if he decides to run for president in 2020

Al Franken, we have missed you, and you are still as popular as ever! I hope you can let what happened pass, as you were a fighter to begin with to contest your Senate election and won. No question you can win again. You have what it takes, no doubt about it! You have intelligence and great humanity, not to mention a ( in this political divide severely lacking ) great sense of humor. Let us find the humorus truth again!! If you haven't forgotten us (the people) , we have not forgotten you! I really think someone was out to get you , and we all can guess who that might have been. Please don't let them win , because then we all lose. Fight for us again! PS - Everyone misses those laughs, especially those guys who really need to laugh! Who else is gonna make them laugh??!! One of your old faithful supporters...

Al could be a Canadian. He should never have backed away from the controversy as he did. The man would be a credit to the American political system. get him back in the system.

The Ted Cruz story was priceless.

Al's story about the immigrants is one defining characteristic of being an American. THIS is how the Democrats need to define themselves in upcoming elections. It's about who we are.

That Ted Cruz bit had me laughing so hard LOL

Greatest too fast resignation in our times. I am so sorry he took the high road when the best man needed did the right thing, but did not need to.

Senator Franken please come back we need you!

I just love him!!!!

I hadn't planned on reading this book, however, I came upon the this audio and decided to give it a few minutes. I'm glad that I did. This is wonderful. I've guffawed many times and even had tears in my eyes a few times. Good stuff.

if it's about you.... if it's about me... it's you.... you, Al Franken, i urge you to become the man in charge we need.... with great support and respect, , Dylan

I have just about finished watching and listening to the conversation. It is very enlightening and have invigorated my soul from the state it was in due all of the commentary about t.RUMP's behavior and escapades since JAN. 20, 2017. My hope has been reawakened and my faith in my fellow human beings has been refreshed.

How can we waste the talents of such a bright man, who has atoned for his indiscretions, and is clearly ready to re-enter the political arena. We need people such as this to represent and speak for us. There is no con here; rather, there is a true sincerity to do what is right and best for our country.

Al, please come back.

Franken is a giant

I could listen to Al Franken literally ALL DAY!

I know he doesn't want to, but it would be such a relief if al franken was president..

I so wish Al was back in DC AGAIN.

A great commentary from Al Franken - one of the "good guys" who's got the mind, the heart, and the soul to know not only what has to be done, but how to accomplish it! More power to him! As for Chelsea - well, she's quite able to hold up her end of the conversation too!

Al should never have resigned, he is missed!!!!!

Al has a fantastic memory! I hardly remember my coworkers' names.

The classic example of the left eating their own ... he was a great representative.

OMG..I love Al Franken ..He's not only extremely smart..he's absolutely hilarious . I miss him in the Senate. He was an awesome Senator. I've always believed in him ..

Probably one of the most intelligent politicians the US will ever have.., but ...

We need you back Al

Ahhh I am jealous, I always liked Senator Franken. He is super intelligent, authentic and he is a fighter.

Saw Al a couple days ago on t.v. Really miss his astute and acute wit and wisdom. Thanks a lot, Gillebrand and the rest of the thin skinned me too crowd. They believed a right wing commentator and operative without question. Now, of course some regret it and have publicly apologized. Not Gillebrand, however.

Al Franken, PLS. COME BACK.......WE NEED YOU! Why did they let you quit.? You are loved! You are smart! Pls. Pls come back to us. I could listen to you talk forever too. There are thousands maybe Millions who want you back!

Amazing story about Frankens wife's childhood and family.

I live in Canada and I am so happy that we have universal healthcare for free if you're poor. I'm retired now but in 2001 I had a DVT, in 2005 I had a stroke. I was in the hospital for 10 days both time. Last year I went to see the doctor about an umbilical hernia and there was a pre-op visit and the doctor asked me if I had a shortness of breath. I said yes I do. She sent me for a heart test called a nuclear scan which was 4 hours in the hospital and I was injected with a nuclear material 2 times and a scan was done after each injection, and then 6 minutes on the treadmill. Then I was sent for an ultrasound on my heart. Then she had me go for a breathing test. When I went for the follow up she told me that my heart was in great shape but my lungs were shot. I was diagnosed with emphysema. I told her that was from 30 years of smoking dope. She felt bad that there was nothing really that could be done but I told her that for that 30 years I had lots of fun getting high and having lots of sex so she shouldn't feel bad for me. She had never heard anyone with that outlook on a diagnosis like that. I did it and I accept that but the reason that I put this out here was all of this testing and visits to the hospital didn't cost me a cent. I'm a senior and I'm on medication and the government pays for that too. It's amazing and I'm so grateful that I live in Canada. Not one person had to lose their home for getting sick here. That's amazing when you think about how it is in the US. I keep getting tested for anything that they think might be wrong with me, and they are doing their best to keep me alive and living with a good quality of life. I know I won't live 10 years but they keep testing me for things in an attempt to help me enjoy the last days. I'm blessed big time.

I. From Pa. supported you for senate, fan for many years.

Thank you Al Franken .

He should never have resigned.

I just love Al! He has a great sense of humor and so intelligent! I sure Miss him in the Senate! He has great stories and I could listen to him all day#

Your truth-in-humor is exceptionally refreshing. Thank you so much.

I have always loved All and his humor and politics. Very intelligent man. We miss you in Washington Al.

Love the guy, love his cackling laugh, his whole face lights up.he’s very endearing. Could listen to him forever.

I love Al Franken, always have, always will! He's very smart, and he's very good at humor! Cheers to Al Franken! He has alot of wisdom to share, and he is very wise...so I will always listen to this very smart, humble, wonderful nice man!

My state of Wisconsin desperately needs someone like Al Franken as a Senator.

Honestly, al Franken has the best humor ever!

I left a comment a month ago, and I just had to watch this interview again. I just wished Senator Franken didn't, I don't know if the term is right, 'GIVE IN' so easily to lame accusations of sexual abuse. Al of all people should know the political 'shit' that gets flung about. I'm hoping he has an agenda to pursue where he will be able follow his bliss and by doing so contribute to a positive future for he fellow sisters and brothers. I hope I expressed that right. Chelsea and Al have a nice day and follow your bliss.

Hilarious story about Ted Cruz and Carnival Cruise.

*Al is no longer a Senator because he has a sense of humor... and a few women didn't.* He was one of the few intelligent folks who actually cared about us. We need him back more than ever!

God... specific things he’s talking about in the future ARE NOW HAPPENING. (This was taped 3 years ago!). Kudos to Al Franken

He should never have resigned he was a brilliant satirist superb senator and this nonsense about him and the Mitu movement was ridiculous ridiculous

The country really lost something special when he had to resign for fooling around.

I could listen to Al Franken all day... so interesting in every way.

Thanks....i love you on many levels!!!

Damnwe need this guy back in. Humor, Smart, humanist, and caring individual.

Franken is the man. Proud to have him as a Senator.

Love love love this!!!

Hasn't Al spent enough time in the political wilderness by now? Hasn't he paid his debt to society for sexism? If there's an ounce of forgiveness, it's time for this guy to re-emerge.

WHAT A FANTASTIC MAN! 🌟🌟🌟

I enjoyed Al Franklin, wish he was Georgia representative. 😚❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

We need Al's mind in the mix of people shaping our policies. The voice of reason; a kind heart that beats for the welfare of those who are less fortunate.

When I was 20/21 I bought a 2 month Bus Pass and bused and backback cross the northern US and Canada. If a Fortune Teller were tohave told me half the things I would do, half the places I would visit, and half the people I would meet, I would have asked for my money back. It was an amazing journey and one of those States that made it amazing was Minnesota. I was introduced to the nicest, kindness and most giving people ever. I'm now 64 and I tell stories of this trip and the one that truly catches the imagination of those listening is my visit to Ely. We're a remarkable country and I know that Trump is there to remind us how fragile Democracy can be. Like a kidney stone this too shall pass. Have a nice day and follow your bliss.

Democrat's made a big mistake asking him to step down over a BS. We need more people like him in government. Wish he'd come back!

This man knows how to tell a story.

What a shame to have Cruz still a senator and lose Franken.

Al Franken's story tells the reason why small, rural towns and small high schools are so incredible. It is the story of an American community.

A timely/timeless classic Al line about Flyin' Ted Cruz: "People always talk about how unpopularTed Cruz is. Well, I happen to LIKE Ted..in fact, I like him more than any of his GOP colleagues (pause) And I hate Ted Cruz." Come back Sen. Al.

Run, Al, Run!!! We need your voice in DC.

I love Chelsea we all are learning politics fast fast faster. lol

I dont live in Minnesota but I miss this man

That Ted Cruz story/joke (30:58) should be more well know. That was priceless.

Al is in it for the rite reason I am Sure of it 👍🏼

Four years after I miss Al Franken. Always liked the guy.

I love Al even more now that I know him. God bless!

COME BACK TO POLITICS AL FRANKEN. THIS COUNTRY NEEDS YOU MORE THAN EVER!!! MINNESOTANS WILL VOTE FOR YOU AND BURY YOUR OPPONENT IN A LANDSLIDE🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

We treated a decent and honorable guy, as we often do in our society, in an awful way. I hope he comes back to public office. Love you AL.

Politics is about deciding what kinda society we want to create. Ideally we want politics focused on improving people's lives.

Think he deserves a second chance. His resignation was unnecessary, would have been enough with a simple public apology.

Man, do we need him now.

Al Franklin is the master in comedic passive aggression...luv it

It is rather sad to see the optimism being displayed by Mr. Franken in this talk, being crushed in the events of today and the recent past.

Jim Jordan still has a job and attitude. No justice.

I would have voted you for prez, funny is good but serious still matters, love you for standing up for regular folks and being honest

"I'd like to have one of those electoral maps." Translation: "I'm running for President in 2020."