Bachmann Plans Stops In Pella, Iowa City

PELLA, Iowa (AP) -- Minnesota congresswoman Michele Bachmann will make two stops in Iowa as part of a conservative lecture series for potential presidential candidates.

Bachmann will speak Monday afternoon at Pella Christian High School, then attend an event at the University of Iowa.

Both events have been organized by The Family Leader, a group that has attracted a string of people considering running for president. Previous speakers have included former Minnesota Gov. Tim Pawlenty and Texas congressman Ron Paul.

Paul also will speak at a Family Leader event Monday at Dordt College in Sioux Center because he had to cancel a stop there during his earlier trip to Iowa due to poor weather.

Bachmann, a Republican, is serving her third term. Aides say she could decide on a presidential run by next month.

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