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  • Bachmann Recognizes Jim and Melanie Matthews as Angels in Adoption for 2012
    Sep 11, 2012  - Today, Congresswoman Michele Bachmann (MN-06) recognized Jim and Melanie Matthews of Buffalo, MN as Angels in Adoption for 2012 in a national ceremony. In 2005, Jim and Melanie Matthews of Buffalo, MN began a four-year process to adopt all five of their children from Colombia. Soon after bringing th... More
  • Michele Bachmann: A Mother's Love
    Jul 27, 2012  - In an interview with Terry Meeuwsen of the Christian Broadcasting Network, Congresswoman Michele Bachmann (MN-6) talks about being a mom to five biological children and a foster mom to 23 children. More
  • LifeSiteNews.com: Michele Bachmann: Washington is taking notice of HHS mandate backlash (exclusive)
    Jun 19, 2012  - For opponents of the HHS mandate who are worried that the mainstream media has blacked out their message, one advocate on the Hill has an encouraging message: lawmakers in Washington are definitely taking notice. Former presidential candidate Rep. Michele Bachmann (R-Minn.) told LifeSiteNews.com tha... More
  • Bachmann Releases Statement on Planned Parenthood in Schools
    Jun 8, 2012  - Congresswoman Michele Bachmann (MN-06) released the following statement regarding Planned Parenthood operating in public schools: “This week I was shocked to learn that the pro-abortion giant, Planned Parenthood, is operating in public schools under the guise of ‘healthcare.’ I support immediately d... More
  • Each Gender is a Gift
    Jun 7, 2012  - Last week, I was proud to vote to protect the unborn by supporting a ban on gender-based abortions. My friend and colleague, Trent Franks, of Arizona, sponsored the Prenatal Nondiscrimination Act, or PRENDA. I was proud to sign on as a cosponsor of this legislation, shortly after introduction in the... More
  • Bachmann Votes to Protect Unborn Baby Boys and Baby Girls
    May 31, 2012  - 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 death, I was proud to vote in favor of PRENDA t... More
  • Stillwater Patch: OPINION: Michele Bachmann: Celebrating All Moms This Mother’s Day
    May 8, 2012  - 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 the person I am today if it wasn’t for the encou... More
  • "While There is Life, There is Hope"
    Jan 23, 2012  - The Roman orator Cicero allegedly once pronounced, “While there is life, there is hope.” Though there is debate over whether or not he uttered that statement, I do agree with its meaning. As the mom of five biological children and 23 foster children, I regularly marvel at the hopefulness each of my ... More
  • The Heartbeat Informed Consent Act: Giving Women a Real Choice
    Oct 18, 2011  - Since abortion clinics were legalized in 1973, millions of women have received abortions. Yet, tragically, they have not been receiving the whole truth before undergoing a procedure that will forever change two lives, an abortion. According to a 2009 survey of National Abortion Federation members, 9... More
  • LifeNews: Bachmann Introduces Bill for Ultrasounds Before Abortions
    Oct 7, 2011  - (Source: Steven Ertelt, LifeNews.com) Republican [phrase omitted to comply with House Franking requirements] Michele Bachmann has introduced new legislation similar to laws in several states that would allow women a chance to see an ultrasound before they have an abortion. Most abortion centers do ... More