| − | [[Al Franken]]: Franken remains popular but polls at just 50%. Republican Mike McFadden is considered most likely to win the party nomination. Sarah Palin endorses Julianne Ortman. April 5th polling, Ortman (41) Franken (44). | + | [[Al Franken]]: Franken polls at just 45%. Sarah Palin endorsed Julianne Ortman and is now the frontrunner over establishment Republican Mike McFaden. April 5th polling, Ortman (41) Franken (44). |