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Politics
Election Night: Behind-the-scenes moments at the DFL
Election night at DFL headquarters had moments of relief, elation, and disappointment. These are a few behind the scenes photographs from that night.
November 10, 2014 at 11:16PM
After planting a kiss on her husband's cheek, Franni Franken wiped lipstick from his cheek moments before he took the stage.
Senator Al Franken hugged his son Joe after speaking to the gathered crowd.
Lt. Governor-elect Tina Smith hit Al Franken's daughter Thomasin with a high five backstage.
Behind the stage Governor Mark Dayton got a hug from Franni Franken.
Seconds before taking the stage, Governor Mark Dayton drew a deep breath as Tina Smith introduced him.
House Speaker Paul Thissen talked to a losing DFL Representative, telling him the DFL had lost control of the House.
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