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The speaker jokes about making a typo, then corrects the sentence to make it sound more deliberate. The humor comes from the abrupt self-correction and the exaggerated emphasis on personal choice. It reads as a comic aside about wording rather than a serious statement.
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Originally said in English.
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About Al Franken
American politician, comedian, screenwriter, and actor
Al Franken is an American politician, comedian, screenwriter, and actor. Born Alan Stuart Franken, he served as a United States senator from Minnesota from 2009 until his resignation in 2018. Before entering politics, he worked in entertainment and appeared on television and in film. He is known for moving from comedy and screenwriting into public office, and for his long career across both media and politics.
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Books by Al Franken
Why Not Me?
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