Sure I'll get in trouble for this. Whatever. An open letter to Al Franken:
Dear Mr. Franken,
You shouldn't resign.
Here's why:
1) Your private shame is of less importance than your public duty.
2) Your political opponents will never give up, will never back down, and their constituents will support them so long as they are not forced from office.
No matter how sleazy a fellow it turns out you are, my understanding is that you've done some good in your time in the legislature. If you can still do good, then there is no reason to leave and every reason to stay. It is your duty to absorb all your shame and remain standing for as long as the people say. If the people want to be rid of you, they will do so through direct action or at the least not elect you in the next cycle.
If you are an actual servant of the people, then your duty is to remain until your service is complete.
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