I agree Newt has an ego, though much of that is simply his persona and some unflattering pictures circulated by the MSM.
Those who are uncomfortable with his high intellect claim (falsely, IMHO) he's arrogant. However, there are few leaders like him in America who are willing to engage people and share credit and recognition.
Though he has an eye for the ironic, he might do well to develop a more of a sense of humor that would win over more adherents.
Until he is able to generate mass appeal, he is not likely to overcome his past pariah image that Democrats turned against Republicans so effectively in 1996.
I agree Newt has an ego,
Nothing wrong with that. You need an ego, and a large one to think you have "The Answer" and are willing to put your ideas out there for everyone to see.
Anyone who thinks a politican (any politican) doesn't have a well developed ego, I got a bridge I can let them have real cheap.