Finally! At the last Iowa debate, Michele Bachmann actually got it right: A snazzy satin skirt suit in a cool metallic blue. This ensemble reads modern, smart, savvy and strong. And she also goes easy on the pearls. This one definitely gets our vote.
The news of Michele Bachmann‘s impending retirement is drawing a chorus of snark on Twitter, from the showbiz set in L.A. to the media pundits of New York.
In an eight-and-a-half minute video missive on Wednesday (watch below), the Minnesota congresswoman and Tea Party darling announced that she would not seek re-election next year. She said her decision “was not impacted in any way by the recent inquiries into the activities of my former presidential campaign.” (Earlier this year, an ex-Bachmann aide submitted complaints with the Federal Election Commission, alleging financial violations linked to her failed bid to win the Republican presidential nomination in 2012.)
Here are a few choice reactions:
“Uh hey, Dave.We’re gonna need to start meeting at your place.”Marcus Bachmann today
— Danny Zuker (@DannyZuker) May 29, 2013
Michele Bachmann has announced her retirement. Cue the Munchkins for a spirited rendition of ‘Ding, Dong, the Witch is Dead.’
— Dave Rubin (@RubinReport) May 29, 2013
“Eight years is long enough for an individual to serve as rep for a specific Congressional district.” Maybe the 1st time I agree w/Bachmann.
— Abby Huntsman (@HuntsmanAbby) May 29, 2013
Michele Bachmann is leaving because she is more concerned than ever about America. #Patriot
— Lizz Winstead (@lizzwinstead) May 29, 2013
.@borowitzreport: Congress’ Average I.Q. Expected to Rise in 2015: nyr.kr/1ayNVEj
— The New Yorker (@NewYorker) May 29, 2013
First Sarah Palin, now Michelle Bachmann–where’s the crazy woman with staying power?
— Harry Shearer (@theharryshearer) May 29, 2013
