The only logical explanation for Franken to be on a show is that he is now moonlighting and writing Alec Baldwin's material for SNL. Even the New York Times is ripping the show for those recent skits, so part of the problem must be really lousy writing. Franken never wrote anything funny when he worked for the show full time, so it all makes sense.
The Democrats within the Party, including the news media, entertainment industry and liberal businesses are angry like a swarm of bees. Lots of people throughout the country will protest quietly insane behavior.