Norm of Reaction

No, this is not about phenotypes and genotypes. It is about smarm.

Norm Coleman, the Republican Senator from Minnesota currently fighting to hold his seat against a challenge by Al Franken, is a power hungry amoral selfish bastard who should not be allowed near a public office of any kind.

But don't ask me about this guy. Ask Stephanie, who has written a killer post on the topic.

I will be over there later to comment. You should go now and get things started.

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