An average U.S. senator looking for a date doesn't need to do much more than stroll on down Pennsylvania Avenue to the Capitol Grille and take his pick from the cloud of obsequious Washington types and star-struck interns. But Dean Barkley isn't your average former senator—he was appointed by former Minnesota Governor Jesse "the Body" Ventura to serve a short, two-month spell in the Senate back in 2002. Now fresh off a divorce and a stint running Kinky Friedman's run for governor in Texas, Barkley is trolling for companionship on Match.com, listing "erotica" as a turn-on and telling the ladies about his love for the "Beatles and Led Zeplin [sic]."

(Prospective mates should be prepared for a return to Washington, as Barkley is considering a run against holy-rolling freshman Rep. Michelle Bachman.)

Other ways the former senator puts his vibe out after the jump ...

For Fun
"I love to golf, ski, go on my boat, watch rugby, and give and/or receive back rubs. I love holding hands and taking walks with someone special. I like to share my thoughts and dreams with the right person. I am honest and do not play games."

My Job
"I just returned from Texas where I ran the governor's race for Kinky Friedman. He did not win so I have to re-invent myself once again. I am going to start my old law practice up because driving a metro mobility bus is not my dream job."

My Education
"I have a law degree but dislike most lawyers myself. I have spent most of my life trying to find a way not to practice law. I have run a car wash, drove a school bus, started a political party, and recruited Jesse to run for governor to escape law.

Favorite Hot Spots
"I love going to Axel's Bonfire in Plymouth and listen to their piano duet. I would love to go to Hawaii with the right person."

Favorite Things
"I do like TV. My favoarite [sic] shows are 24, Boston Legal, and ER. I am a Star Trek nut along with Star Wars. I love a good steak and salad along with a nice Merlot wine. My favorite color is blue. When raining I would like to be in front of a fire."