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Wednesday, May 16, 2012  SPIN METER: Never mind, the GOP also-rans make nice, airbrush their anti-Romney scripts

Wednesday, January 04, 2012  After a poor showing at the Iowa Caucus Tuesday evening, Michele Bachmann decided to end her campaign.

Friday, December 16, 2011  A look at some of the claims in the debate and how they compare with the facts.

Saturday, October 29, 2011  Presidential Candidate Michele Bachmann visits Ottumwa.

Friday, October 28, 2011  Two presidential hopefuls are expected to visit Ottumwa in the next week.

Wednesday, September 28, 2011  Former Massachusetts Gov. Romney brushes aside talk of a Christie candidacy, saying that's his choice

Friday, September 23, 2011  Side by side in confrontational debate, Republican presidential hopefuls Mitt Romney and Rick Perry sarcastically accused each other Thursday night of flip-flopping on Social Security and health care, flashpoints in their intense struggle for the party nomination.

Friday, September 16, 2011  Many Americans have been having discussions about the vaccine since Tuesday's presidential debate.

Thursday, September 08, 2011  The Republican presidential debate made two things clear: The 2012 contest is focused more than ever on jobs.

Thursday, September 01, 2011  Gay rights group seeks court ruling to prevent return of 'don't ask, don't tell'

Thursday, September 01, 2011  Huntsman calls controversy over timing of Obama jobs speech 'nonsense'

Wednesday, August 17, 2011  Bachmann confuses her Elvis dates, wishes the king a happy birthday on the day he died

Monday, August 15, 2011  GOP rising stars Bachmann, Perry compete for nomination on the same issue: jobs

Sunday, August 14, 2011  Former Minnesota Gov. Tim Pawlenty ends 2012 White House bid after disappointing Iowa poll finish

Saturday, August 13, 2011  Minnesota Congresswoman Michele Bachmann has won the Iowa Straw Poll.