El Tinklenberg has issued an invitation to Rep. Michele Bachmann, challenging her to a series of open, voter-centered forums being promoted by local Chambers of Commerce.

Read El's letter after the jump.

Dear Representative Bachmann:

Cordially, I would like to invite you to join me for a series of Sixth District public candidate forums this summer and fall.

It is my understanding that you have already added the September forum at the Monticello Chamber of Commerce to your campaign calendar, and I look forward to participating in that event as well.

Several other Chambers of Commerce across the district have also expressed interest in hosting candidate forums, and I hope you will consider their forthcoming invitations. To my knowledge specific dates have not been established, and if certain dates are preferable we will gladly work to accommodate your schedule.

As I’m sure you’ll agree, it is important that we afford voters the opportunity to learn more about our distinct views on the issues they find most important. That is why I propose that these forums have an open format in which voters may ask us questions directly.

Please contact my campaign office at your convenience to discuss arrangements. I look forward to your response and to beginning a thoughtful, productive campaign season.

Best,
El Tinklenberg