Topic: Minnesota State Senate

Why Michele Bachmann is no Sarah Palin

Newsweek's Washington Bureau Chief warns that Rep. Michele Bachmann should not be underestimated as a presidential contender in the 2012 race.

Election 101: Ten facts about Michele Bachmann and her presidential bid

With her announcement Monday that she is entering the presidential race, Michele Bachmann has given the tea party a candidate to call its own. Is she capable of running a campaign that can withstand the rigors and scrutiny of the presidential process?

Republican debate 2011: Michele Bachmann announces presidential run

Michele Bachmann announced her intentions to run for president during the Republican debate in New Hampshire, Monday.

Michele Bachmann puts up presidential-size fundraising numbers

Rep. Michele Bachmann raised more money in the first quarter of 2011 than presumptive GOP presidential front-runner Mitt Romney. If she runs for president, she'll have cash, experts say.

Obama picks first Hispanic Supreme Court justice

In nominating Sonia Sotomayor, the president cited both her judicial experience and her compelling personal story.

In replacing Souter, how far left will Obama go?

He'll face pressure from his liberal base in his pick for the Supreme Court.

Senator Specter defects to Democrats, strenghtening Obama's hand

Tuesday's switch by the independent-minded Pennsylvanian also helps Democrats to solidify power in the Senate.

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