Bachmann Calls For ‘Freedom Fighters’ To Come To Capitol To Stop Dem Health Care Bill

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Rep. Michele Bachmann (R-MN) appeared on the Glenn Beck radio show today to promote her big protest event tomorrow — in which she will bring “freedom fighters” directly into the halls of Congress to pressure members to vote against the Democrats’ health care bill.

“This is really the 11th hour, when we’re calling people to come to D.C. It’s not inevitable that Speaker Pelosi’s health care government takeover is going to pass,” said Bachmann. “And that’s why the number one thing people can do is actually come, see their member of Congress, look at them in the eyes — especially with other freedom fighters in tow — and let them know that the lessons of August they should not forget, at their peril.”

She also said: “Don’t bring your pitchforks — bring your video cameras.”

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