Saint Paul [08/01/08] – U.S. Senate candidate Al Franken released the following statement regarding today’s one-year anniversary of the tragic collapse of the 35W bridge in Minneapolis. Franken will not be campaigning today, and the campaign will air no advertisements.

Al Franken:

“This anniversary is more than a sad reminder of the lives lost and irrevocably altered one year ago, it’s also a reminder of how strong our community really is. We will never forget the stories of Minnesotans rushing towards the danger – into the water to save their neighbors. In the days following the tragedy, we made a firm commitment to rebuild. And forming over the Mississippi River every day, we see the results of that commitment. For Franni and me, this day will always be marked with solemn remembrance of what we have lost, and also a deep appreciation for what we retain and what we can build together.”

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