“My ability to function effectively will not affect my ability to serve as commander-in-chief.”

— Michele Bachmann

responding to allegations in
2010s, 2012 Presidential campaign
Context: I have prescription medication that I take whenever symptoms arise and they keep the migraines under control. I'd like to be abundantly clear: My ability to function effectively will not affect my ability to serve as commander-in-chief.

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