Statement From Senator Norm Coleman On Mike Ciresi

Saint Paul – The following is a statement from Senator Norm Coleman, regarding news that Mike Ciresi has dropped out of the race for the U.S. Senate:

“Mike Ciresi should be applauded for his willingness to get into the arena and his desire to serve. He and I both share a common path in having raised our families here and making a commitment to serving the people of Minnesota through public and community service. He would have been a formidable opponent. Laurie and I and our family extend our best wishes to Mike and Ann.”