'In 'emergency' money appeal, Michele Bachmann ignites the illegal immigration issue'

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Michele Bachmann fought to revive her fading presidential campaign overnight with an "emergency" appeal for money sent to thousands of supporters along with a blunt attack on fellow Republicans and President Obama over the volatile illegal immigration issue.

In an email headlined "I'll build the fence," the Minnesota congresswoman sought to stake out a GOP primary spot as the toughest champion of genuine, firm enforcement of immigration laws, including constructing a double-walled fence along the border with Mexico. She also vowed to end the expensive incentives to millions of illegal immigrants who she says cost American taxpayers more than $100 billion a year and to enforce English as the country's official language.

"Do not let the Democrats and mainstream media fool you — illegal immigration is an economic and a jobs issue. Our government is robbing the households of Americans in order to pay the costs for illegal immigrants. Each year illegal immigrants cost our country $113 billion in YOUR tax dollars, which breaks down to a cost of $1,000 per year for every household.

"Sadly, my Republican opponents' stance on immigration will continue to put our economy and borders at risk. Unlike Rick Perry, I will end magnet programs that bring illegals to this country, and unlike Romney I do not support amnesty. Immigration policy is not a joke, and we must put an end to this blatant robbery of our government."

http://www.investors.com/NewsAndAnalysis/Article/588716/201110200804/michele-bachmann-illegal-immigration-Obama-Mexico.htm

At the very least Bachmann can retain/regain the title of queen of the tea party. Actually I hope this appeal works for her. The longer she stays in the race the further to the right she drags the GOP on immigration.