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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2009
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Bachmann Flap Leads to Poll Dip

Minnesota Rep. in statistical dead heat with Dem challenger after 'anti-American' gaffe

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(Newser) – Republican Michele Bachmann is now trailing the Democratic challenger for her House seat, Minnesota Public Radio reports, with Elwyn Tinklenberg up 45%-43%. Bachmann’s recent comments about “anti-American” sentiment in Congress appear partly to blame; 40% of respondents said her remarks had made them less likely to vote for her, compared to 8% who were encouraged.

Rep. Michele Bachmann, R-Minn.
Rep. Michele Bachmann, R-Minn.   (AP Photo)
Michele Bachmann at the Republican National Convention.
Michele Bachmann at the Republican National Convention.   (AP Photo)
Former Republican presidential hopeful and Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney, center, greets the crowd as he campaigns for Rep. Michele Bachmann.
Former Republican presidential hopeful and Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney, center, greets the crowd as he campaigns for Rep. Michele Bachmann.   (AP Photo)
Democratic House Speaker Nancy Pelosi tells reporters that Republican Rep. Michele Bachmann's comment that Barack Obama
Democratic House Speaker Nancy Pelosi tells reporters that Republican Rep. Michele Bachmann's comment that Barack Obama "may have anti-American views" reflects poorly on Bachmann.   (AP Photo)
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Republican Rep. Michele Bachmann paints Obama associates with 'anti-American brush.   (StraightShooter01)

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