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[Michele Bachmann DROPPED OUT] Worked as a tax attorney for the IRS. Having switched from Democrat to Republican, she jumped into politics by beating a favored incumbent for a Minnesota state Senate seat in 2000. In 2006 she advanced to Washington, elected to the House. Minnesotans re-elected her twice. Founded the House Tea Party Caucus, which favors limiting government to only what the Constitution spells out. [Newt Gingrich] Elected to Congress from Georgia 11 times. Engineered the "Contract With America," pledges that drove the "Republican Revolution" of 1994 — GOP control of both chambers for the first time in 40 years. As House speaker, was known for his combative style, which led to two government shutdowns and the Clinton impeachment, but also to a landmark welfare overhaul. Has written about two dozen books, including historical novels. [Ron Paul] Has served 11 terms in the House over three periods, starting in the 1970s. After serving in the Air Force as a flight surgeon, he built an obstetrics/gynecology practice in Texas. Delivered more than 4,000 babies before entering politics in 1976. [Rick Perry DROPPED OUT] Is nation's longest serving governor, beginning in 2000 when his predecessor, George W. Bush, moved into the White House. Boasts of never having lost an election since first running for the Texas House — as a Democrat — in 1984. Switched to the GOP in 1989. [Mitt Romney] Founder of Bain Capital, which bought, fixed and resold companies. Romney is worth $190 million to $250 million, his campaign says. Was CEO of 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City. As Massachusetts governor from 2003 to 2007, was known for bipartisan compromises in a state dominated by Democrats and independents. [Rick Santorum DROPPED OUT] Elected to House in 1990 at age 32 by beating a seven-term Democrat. Got a whistleblower reputation for helping expose a House banking scandal in 1992. Elected to Senate in 1994, but lost 2006 bid for re-election. [0] 
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