USA - Ron Paul nibbles at heels of primary winner

Published on Jan 10, 2012 by Euronews

http://www.euronews.net/ It is Ron Paul's third bid for the White House. The 76-year-old, often called the grandfather of the Tea Party, is a believer in lower taxes and limited government. In New Hampshire he came second in what was his first primary this time round.

Analysts will study the figures closely to see if the gynaecologist can build momentum. In 2008 he failed to win a caucus or primary. He believes this time around he is making progress.