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• Published on June 5, 2012 - 22:13 GMT

  Libertarian Party Says Gov. Walker Made Right First Step Bring Gov. Labor Contracts In Line with Private Sector Compensation

  WASHINGTON – The Libertarian Party supports measures taken by Gov. Scott Walker of Wisconsin to curtail collective bargaining rights of state unions in his bid to cut the state budget deficit. But it’s only a first step.    Government employee labor …

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• Published on June 5, 2012 - 22:10 GMT

  Bachmann Announces Immigration Seminar for Constituents

  On Thursday, June 21, the Office of Congresswoman Michele Bachmann (MN-06) will host a seminar for constituents titled “Immigration 101: Answers to the questions you were afraid to ask.” This seminar will be led by a representative from the United States …

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• Published on June 5, 2012 - 13:11 GMT

  House Key Vote: Repeal the Medical Device Excise Tax and Expand HSAs, H.R. 436

  Dear Representatives: On behalf of more than two million Americans for Prosperity activists in all 50 states, I urge you to support H. R. 436, repealing the excise tax on medical devices and expanding the use of health savings accounts. If lawmakers are …

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• Published on June 1, 2012 - 16:12 GMT

  Letter of Opposition: Bloated Senate Farm Bill, S. 3240

  Dear Senators: Next week, the Senate will begin consideration of the Agriculture Reform, Food and Jobs Act of 2012 (S. 3240), the omnibus farm bill that sets agricultural and food policy in the United States. Like its predecessors, the 2012 Farm Bill is …

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• Published on June 1, 2012 - 15:12 GMT

  Bachmann Joins Congressional Foster Youth Caucus on Bipartisan Education Bill and in Hosting Shadow Day on Capitol Hill

  Today, the bipartisan Congressional Caucus on Foster Youth held its first-ever “Shadow Day on Capitol Hill” where Members of Congress hosted current and emancipated foster youth from across the nation in Washington in an effort to help them understand the …

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• Published on June 1, 2012 - 15:11 GMT

  Letter of Opposition: New Menendez-Boxer Refinancing Plan, S. 3085

  Dear Senators, On behalf of more than two million Americans for Prosperity activists in all 50 states, I write in strong opposition to the recently-introduced Responsible Homeowner Refinancing Act, S.3085 . The bill promises help for homeowners, but will …

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• Published on June 1, 2012 - 14:10 GMT

  Bachmann Releases Statement on Latest Unemployment Numbers

  Congresswoman Michele Bachmann (MN-06) released the following statement regarding the latest unemployment numbers reported today by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: “The President promised hope and change during his first campaign. What we’ve seen …

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• Published on May 31, 2012 - 19:11 GMT

  House Key Vote: McClintock Amendment to Cut Wasteful DOE R&D Spending

  Dear Representatives, On behalf of more than two million Americans for Prosperity activists in all 50 states, I urge you to support Rep. Tom McClintock’s amendment to the Energy & Water appropriations bill (H.R. 5325). This amendment would strike …

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• Published on May 31, 2012 - 19:10 GMT

  Bachmann Votes to Protect Unborn Baby Boys and Baby Girls

  Today, Congresswoman Michele Bachmann (MN-06) voted in favor of the Prenatal Nondiscrimination Act (PRENDA), which bans gender-based abortions. Bachmann provided the following statement about her vote: “As a supporter of life from conception to natural …

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• Published on May 31, 2012 - 00:10 GMT

  Bachmann Provides House Voting Intentions

  During the evening of Wednesday, May 30, I missed House votes due to an illness in my family. If I had been present, here is how I would have voted: H.R. 5651 - Food and Drug Administration Reform Act of 2012, as amended – AYE H.R. 4201 - The …

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• Published on May 29, 2012 - 21:13 GMT

  ICYMI: Star Tribune: Editorial: Congress sharpens Medicaid questions

  Minnesota won't start its new, independent audits of the state's controversial $4 billion-a-year Medicaid contracting until 2014 at the earliest. Congressional Republicans, however, are signaling strongly that this new outside financial review …

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• Published on May 29, 2012 - 16:12 GMT

  Stillwater Patch: Rep. Michele Bachmann to the Class of 2012: 'This Country Needs Achievers'

  The Stillwater Area School District will be holding the 136th Graduation Commencement for more than 800 graduating seniors on Saturday, June 9 at Roy Wilkins Auditorium. The commencement will begin at 7 p.m. Rep. Michele Bachmann (R-Minn.) recently …

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• Published on May 28, 2012 - 20:10 GMT

  Bachmann Statement About Memorial Day

  Congresswoman Michele Bachmann (MN-06) released the following statement about Memorial Day:    “While it’s tempting to get caught up with barbecues and visits to the cabin today, it’s important we remember that Memorial Day is not merely a day off from …

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• Published on May 23, 2012 - 19:10 GMT

  Conservative Coalition Asks Senate for Additional Cuts to Wasteful Farm Subsidies

  Today AFP joined a coalition of 11 conservative groups calling on the U.S. Senate to find more cuts to wasteful farm subsidies. As the Senate debates the 2012 Farm Bill (the "Agricultural Reform, Food and Jobs Act"), one of the highest …

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• Published on May 17, 2012 - 16:10 GMT

  Politico: GOP: Real party of U.S. women

  There’s an old joke about a married couple that’s asked about their hobbies and interests. The husband says he’s focused on “important things” — like the federal budget, health care reform and peace in the Middle East. The wife says she’s focused on the “ …

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• Published on May 15, 2012 - 21:12 GMT

  Bachmann Tours New Addition to St. Cloud Hospital

  On May 14, Congresswoman Michele Bachmann (MN-06) toured the new addition to the St. Cloud Hospital during its grand opening.  “The St. Cloud Hospital provides an outstanding service to the tri-county area, and has for generations,” said Bachmann. “ …

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• Published on May 15, 2012 - 19:10 GMT

  Bachmann Recognizes Local Students with Monday Ceremony

  Congresswoman Michele Bachmann (MN-06) recognized local students by presenting 10 certificates in recognition of military academy scholarships and nine Certificates of Merit on May 14 in Monticello, Minnesota.    “Each of these individuals excelled as …

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• Published on May 14, 2012 - 21:12 GMT

  Senate Key Vote: Support Ryan and Toomey Budgets!

  Dear Senator, On behalf of more than two million Americans for Prosperity activists in all 50 states, I urge you to support two budgets when they come to a vote this week: the House-passed budget resolution (H.Con.Res. 112) and Senator Toomey’s “ …

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• Published on May 11, 2012 - 21:12 GMT

  Stillwater Patch: OPINION: Michele Bachmann: Celebrating All Moms This Mother’s Day

  Each year on Mother’s Day, we take time to recognize the women in our lives who are many times our unsung heroes. Our moms are there to be our champions—they stick up for us; they encourage us and help us reach our full potential. I know I wouldn’t be …

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• Published on May 10, 2012 - 20:14 GMT

  Bachmann Statement on Withdrawal of Dual Swiss Citizenship

  "I want to make it perfectly clear: I am a proud American citizen" Congresswoman Michele Bachmann (MN-06) issued the following statement today about her decision to withdraw her dual Swiss citizenship: "Today I sent a letter to the …

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