Inside the Democrats’ plan: Why Franken had to go. Claims against a Utah county commissioner couldn’t be substantiated. State senator asks LDS Church to clarify its take on hate crimes legislation.
Happy Friday. Sen. Al Franken says he’s going to resign. Rep. John Conyers has done so, too. There’s a reason Democrats have started a zero tolerance movement within their own ranks and are purging those who face allegations: They want to be known for standing for something and show a difference with their Republican counterparts. [Politico]
Topping the news: A Utah County female employees claims of sexual harassment by County Commissioner Greg Graves could not be substantiated, according to an investigator hired by the county.