Topic: Norm Coleman

Decoder Wire Ashley Judd for Senate: Could she win? (+video)

Charlie Cook’s Political Report website lists actress/activist Ashley Judd as a possible Democratic nominee in the 2014 Kentucky Senate race. But so far, she hasn't given a definite 'yes' to running.

Voter turnout: the 6 states that rank highest, and why

Which state will have the highest voter turnout on Nov. 6?On average, about half (51.6 percent) of eligible US voters cast ballots, but six states averaged more than 60 percent. The policies and attitudes in these states may hold lessons for those trying to get out the vote around the country.

Focus Election 2012: Can Democrats retake the House?

The Democrats 'drive for 25' is unrealistic as analysts predict Republicans will lose only 12 House seats in Election 2012. One GOP advantage: Conservative 'super PACs' will spend 'tens of millions.'

GOP 'super PAC' leader: On fundraising, 'neither side is going to unilaterally disarm'

Both major political parties are raising 'incredible' amounts of money in the 2012 cycle, said former Sen. Norm Coleman, chairman of a GOP super PAC called the Congressional Leadership Fund.

Be careful how you talk about illegal immigration, GOP official says (VIDEO)

Illegal immigration is a key issue facing 2012 GOP presidential hopefuls. Former Senator Norm Coleman told reporters Tuesday that debating the issue is a good thing, but the tone of the debate is hurting Republican candidates.

GOP's 2012 prediction: We'll lose some House seats, but not many (VIDEO)

The leaders of a new super PAC agree with a 2012 prediction by the nonpartisan Cook Political Report that Democrats will pick up five to 10 House seats.

Last governor's race finally settled: Mark Dayton wins Minnesota

Democrat Mark Dayton topped Republican Tom Emmer by 9,000 votes on Nov. 2, but Emmer insisted on contesting the result. Peculiar Minnesota laws allowed his challenge.

Recount may loom amid confusion in Connecticut governor race

The secretary of state declared Democrat Dan Malloy the winner Wednesday in the Connecticut governor race, before the release of official numbers. Republican Tom Foley says his own tally puts him ahead.

Stephen Colbert and laughable politics: Five comedians who ran for office

American politics have been the subject of satire since before the country's founding – a political cartoon depicting a snake cut into eight parts, representing eight American colonial governments, ran in Benjamin Franklin's newspaper in 1754. These days the US benefits from a healthy dose of humorous political commentary, but when the jokers run for political office (jokingly of course, right?) some funny things can happen. Here are five memorable ones.

Michael Steele's 'Fire Pelosi' bus tour: 48 states or bust

GOP chairman Michael Steele wants to oust Democratic House Speaker Nancy Pelosi with his 'Fire Pelosi Bus Tour.' But some in his own party are gunning for Steele's job too.

Opinion: Linda McMahon and the reality of wrestling's sex and violence fantasy

Senate candidate Linda McMahon ran a wrestling empire that, like pornography, is built on sex and violence.

Franken wins – 239 days after election

Senate incumbent Coleman bows out after Minnesota's Supreme Court rules for the Democratic challenger. Democrats gain crucial 60th Senate seat.

Senator Specter defects to Democrats, strenghtening Obama's hand

Tuesday's switch by the independent-minded Pennsylvanian also helps Democrats to solidify power in the Senate.

Franken tightens grip on Senate seat, but lawsuit looms

The counting and recounting ends in Minnesota, with Democrat Franken leading Republican Coleman by 312 votes. But Coleman can still appeal the outcome.

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Minnesota Senate race becomes court fight

The contest will continue, but Democrat Al Franken’s win seems secure.

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Congress returns to an 'intense' opening

There’s impetus to move quickly on the economy though some seats are empty.

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With Chambliss, Republicans win one in the South

GOP’s conservative base in Georgia prevents a Democratic filibuster-proof majority in the US Senate.

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