Paul's Straw Poll Victory Shows Supporter Enthusiasm

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LOS ANGELES - Ron Paul has captured another straw poll, at the Republican Leadership Conference, and while that gives him some bragging rights, the victory is just a minor step, though it explains the political muscle of a small but fiercely dedicated group in any political process.

Paul, a Republican congressman from Texas and a favorite of libertarians, captured 612 votes Saturday at the GOP conference that attracted 2,000 delegates to New Orleans. Former Utah Gov. Jon Huntsman, who did not attend the conservative shindig, finished a surprisingly strong second with 382 votes.

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Paul's Straw Poll Victory Shows Supporter Enthusiasm

Rep. Michele Bachmann of Minnesota and businessman Herman Cain placed third and fourth, respectiv...

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