Bachmann’s speech to CPAC
GOP Rep. Michele Bachman gave a long-winding speech to CPAC that focused on how the sacrifices that the nation's forefathers made for the country. She also got a loud ovation when she showed a picture of the George W. Bush billboard that said "Miss Me yet" and railed against the federal deficit.
You can listen to her speech here:
One of Bachmann's DFL opponents, Maureen Reed, issued this statement on Twitter criticizing Bachmann:
Speaking at CPAC may raise Bachmann's national profile, but it will not help the people who are hurting across this district. We need change
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