Norm Coleman, a former Minnesota GOP senator, is joining Mitt Romney’s campaign as a special adviser on policy.

Coleman, who is Jewish, included in his statement of support for Romney that, “As a strong supporter of Israel, I am also confident that he is the best candidate to restore America’s relationship with Israel.”

While Romney issued a statement yesterday denouncing Palestine’s bid for statehood, Rick Perry one-upped him by giving a speech in New York City on the topic.