A new Rasmussen poll shows that following the Republican debate in New Hampshire, Rep. Michele Bachmann, R-Minn., catapulted into the No. 2 slot as a prospective nominee behind former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney. Bachmann’s performance at the debate, her national debut as a presidential candidate, may well be seen as “A Star is Born.”

She was clear, focused, principled, and beautiful and became a focal point of excitement and surprise regarding her potential as a new Republican leader and star.