He's Good Enough, and Smart Enough, but...

The transcript discusses Al Franken's reelection campaign in Minnesota, highlighting the involvement of major Democratic surrogates like Michelle Obama and Bill Clinton. Despite public polls showing Franken ahead, private polling suggests a closer race, prompting Democrats to send surrogates to prevent any surprises on election night. The discussion also touches on the potential impact of national issues like Ebola on the election outcome.

What factors are contributing to the Democratic Party's concern about Al Franken's reelection?

Who are some of the notable surrogates sent to campaign for Al Franken?

What does the text suggest about the state of the race according to private polling?

How might the national political climate affect Al Franken's campaign?

What is the significance of the surrogates' presence in Minnesota for the Democratic Party?