Chris Christie is a Star on the GOP Stage

Joan Vennochi, Boston GlobeBeyond Snooki and "Jersey Shore,’" Governor Chris Christie is New Jersey's newest and biggest attraction. Hefty, rumpled, and blunt, Christie rocked the house at a Melrose rally last weekend for Republican gubernatorial candidate Charlie Baker. His appearance raises the question: does a politician need Mitt Romney’s permanent-press hair and trim good looks to be a serious presidential contender?Not on Romney’s home turf.

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