In a somewhat surprising development, libertarian Republican presidential candidate Ron Paul is in a statistical dead heat in Iowa, tying Herman Cain, Mitt Romney and Newt Gingrich for first place, according to a Bloomberg poll. Paul has also placed second place in New Hampshire with 17% support, trailing Mitt Romney who leads with 40%.
Nevertheless, Newt Gingrich may be the one to watch. He is now surging in the polls after strong performances in the debates, which have highlighted his experience and rhetorical skill.
