Minnesota Sixth-district U-S Representative Michele Bachmann is reportedly close to forming an exploratory committee to consider running for president.  Sources say it could happen in June -- maybe earlier -- if she wants to take part in debates.  Bachmann spoke with other Republicans in Iowa yesterday, linking American values to homeschooling, saying: "It's about freedom.  It's about liberty.  It's about knowing our children better than the state knows our children."
Former Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty announced last week that he was forming an exploratory committee to consider a possible run for president.