CNN On Bachmann's Migraines

Bachmann Admits Migraines Story

Rep. Michele Bachmann yesterday confirmed Daily Caller's story about her long-running migraines, but denied that the condition would affect her ability to be president.

"Like nearly 30 million other Americans, I experience migraines that are easily controlled with medication," Bachmann, R-Minn., said in a statement. "Let me be abundantly clear — my ability to function effectively has never been impeded by migraines and will not affect my ability to serve as commander in chief." The statement followed a story on the website Daily Caller that included comments about Bachmann's migraines being so debilitating that they, at times, led to hospitalization. The Daily Caller alleged two occasions in 2010 in which she visited urgent-care clinics in California and Connecticut for treatment for severe migraines.

According to some aides, Bachmann has bizarrely blamed her migraines on the wearing of high heels.

NEW POLL: Crazy Eyes Takes Slim Lead

The latest result (PDF) from Public Policy Polling:

Michele Bachmann's momentum continues to build and she's taken first place by the smallest of margins on PPP's newest national Presidential poll. 21% of Republican primary voters say she's their top choice to 20% for Mitt Romney, 12% for Rick Perry, 11% for Herman Cain, 9% for Ron Paul, 7% for Newt Gingrich, 5% for Tim Pawlenty, and 3% for Jon Huntsman. Bachmann's rise has been fueled by her appeal to voters on the far right- and their skepticism about Romney. Romney has the lead with centrist Republicans (23-17) and with those defining themselves as only somewhat right of center (24-17). But among 'very conservative' voters only 48% have a positive opinion of Romney to 34% who view him negatively, weak numbers, and Bachmann's capitalizing on that with a 26-15 lead over Romney, who's in third place with that group of voters.

RELATED: The America Family Association today noted Bachmann's just-revealed history with migraine headaches and called the news a "gamechanger" likely to end her campaign.

AUDIO: Crazy Eyes Prays For Anti-Gays

Frothy Mix Fires Back At Dan Savage

During a Friday appearance on the Bill Maher Show, Dan Savage joked that he'd enjoy a rough hate-fucking of former Sen. Rick "Frothy Mix" Santorum. Yesterday Santorum appeared on wingnut radio to denounce Savage's comments.

"Whether it’s Rick Santorum or Michele Bachmann, it’s the Left making fun of someone who believes in the values that built America. It believes in traditional marriage. How outrageous. How bigoted. How hateful that you actually believe that, that, you know, raising children and, and, and families with mothers and fathers is something to be encouraged. That you’re, that, that, just because you hold those opinions, you are subject to the worst form of, of, of, of vulgarity on the internet, on television, and everywhere else, and they get away with, not only do they get away with the mainstream media, but they are applauded by the mainstream media. They are made, they are celebrated by, as you mentioned, in New York, by taking on these, these people who believe in these outmoded virtues, and, the bottom line is I stand and I wear it as a badge of honor that someone as vulgar and as, and as disgusting and as hate-filled as Dan Savage sees me as public enemy number one. To me, that tells me I must be doing something right."

There's much much more to Santorum's commentary.

Bachmann's Recurrent Migraines Raise Questions About Campaign

Today the right wing Daily Caller revealed that Rep. Michele Bachmann has long been plagued by debilitating migraine headaches which have forced her to be hospitalized on a number of occasions.

The Minnesota Republican frequently suffers from stress-induced medical episodes that she has characterized as severe headaches. These episodes, say witnesses, occur once a week on average and can “incapacitate” her for days at time. On at least three occasions, Bachmann has landed in the hospital as a result. “She has terrible migraine headaches. And they put her out of commission for a day or more at a time. They come out of nowhere, and they’re unpredictable,” says an adviser to Bachmann who was involved in her 2010 congressional campaign. “They level her. They put her down. It’s actually sad. It’s very painful.”

Bachmann’s medical condition wouldn’t merit public attention, but for the fact she is running for president. Some close to Bachmann fear she won’t be equal to the stress of the campaign, much less the presidency itself. When she gets ‘em, frankly, she can’t function at all. It’s not like a little thing with a couple Advils. It’s bad,” the adviser says. “The migraines are so bad and so intense, she carries and takes all sorts of pills. Prevention pills. Pills during the migraine. Pills after the migraine, to keep them under control. She has to take these pills wherever she goes.”

According to insiders speaking confidentially to the Daily Caller, some of Bachmann's staff "are terrified about the impact the condition could have on Bachmann’s performance if she actually became president."

GOProud: If Michele Bachmann Is The GOP Nominee, We'll Back Her

GOProud today announced that while they have "concerns" about Rep. Michele Bachmann, electing ANY Republican candidate over Barack Obama is their primary goal. Therefore, Bachmann will have the backing of GOProud, should she win the nomination. So what if the nominee believes you are "part of Satan" and that you deserve to be legislated against at every opportunity?

In an interview with Politico, GOProud Chairman Christopher Barron said he was "concerned" and "troubled" by Bachmann's record and past statements about gay issues, but would not "be part of any 'war against Michele Bachmann.'" GOProud officials generally stress that sending a Republican to the White House trumps a candidate's view on one issue. "We are committed to defeating Barrack Obama in 2012," LaSalvia said. "And want to be helpful to whoever secures the GOP nomination."

New From Tim Pawlenty

NOM heralds this ad with "The race for marriage voters in Iowa intensifies!!"

Maggie Gallagher Defends Crazy Eyes

"The more that they attack Michele Bachmann on these grounds, the better her chances of winning the Iowa caucuses are. The Iowa base is extremely upset about same-sex marriage and I don’t think they’re going to look kindly on these attacks." - Maggie Gallagher, defending Crazy Eyes.

Savage & Maher On The Bachmanns

Yowtch!

MSNBC Plays Entire "Doctored' Tape By Ladybird Marcus Bachmann

Bristol Palin: People Are Jealous Of My Mom Because God Is On Her Side

"I think that people treat her poorly, they treat her with no respect, and I think it’s because they’re envious of her. She’s got a good family, she’s got a good husband, she’s got awesome support, she’s got God on her side, and I think people are envious of that." - Snowbilly pass-out party bottom and unwed teen mother Bristol Palin, revealing her insider knowledge of God's political affiliation.

Giuliani: I'm Still Thinking About It

The completely useless Rudy Giuliani is keeping himself in the news by playing cat-and-mouse with reporters over his potential run for president.

Mr Giuliani, who acknowledged the flaws of his 2008 campaign, said he was not convinced that any of the declared Republican contenders could defeat Barack Obama. "These are a lot of qualified people," he said. "Do they have a good chance of winning? I don't know the answer to that." Mr Giuliani backed away from an aide's recent comment that he would decide "very soon" whether to join the presidential field. He ruled out any decision before the end of July and said his timeline is late August or early September. He argued that he still has the drive to extend his political career. "I have a tremendous fire for more public service," Mr Giuliani, 67, said. "That's something that I feel sort of incomplete about."

Crazy Eyes Raises Big Bucks

The Hill reports that Michele Bachmann is raising some serious cash for her campaign.

Rep. Michele Bachmann (R-Minn.) raised more than $2 million in the two and a half weeks since she announced her candidacy and has $4 million cash on hand after a $2 million transfer from her House account, according to CBS News. Bachmann's fundraising prowess is only the latest good sign for the Minnesotan. Polls show her leading the pack in early-voting Iowa, where she grew up, and she has also gained in New Hampshire, the second state to cast its ballots.

Last week Mitt Romney's campaign reported having $12M on hand.

The Bachmanns - Islands In The Stream

Actually, it's Jennifer Saunders. Eerie, huh?

(Tipped by JMG reader Derrick)

More Word Salad From Sarah Palin

Whatever the president is planning to do about the debt ceiling, it's totally unconstitutional.

Young Turks Rip On The Bachmanns

Christian TV On Bachmann Expose'

Outrageous liberal bias! "Ex-gay" therapy works!

AFA Poll Of The Day

D) Because she's an evil, vacant, lying Christofacist.

Perkins On Bachmann Expose'

"Apparently, ABC thinks it's news that as part of a Christian-based counseling service, individuals are pointed to Christ. The Bachmanns are unapologetic for their views on homosexuality, views that are rooted in the faith that a majority of Americans share. Apart from Washington, D.C. and homosexual interest groups, the majority of the country will view Marcus's work for what it is, a ministry of hope. Pointing men and women who struggle with same-sex attractions to God isn't 'a discredited form of therapy,' it's the path to sexual healing. And it's capable of bringing thousands of people out of bondage and into healthy behavior and a fuller relationship with Christ." - Hate group leader Tony Perkins, via press release.