Apparently, like High School Musical, nativism will never die: the Tennessean reports a lawsuit to keep the English First amendment on the ballot.

Bill Kristol reminds the McCain campaign not to give in to baiting from the left when it comes to Sarah Palin:

"There will be rocky moments. But they will fade if the McCain campaign lets Palin's journey take its natural course over the next two months. Millions of Americans--mostly but not only women, mostly but not only Republicans and conservatives--seemed to get a sense of energy and enjoyment and pride, not just from her nomination, but especially from her smashing opening performance. Palin will be a compelling and mold-breaking example for lots of Americans who are told every day that to be even a bit conservative or Christian or old-fashioned is bad form. In this respect, Palin can become an inspirational figure and powerful symbol. The left senses this, which is why they want to discredit her quickly."

Kay Brooks loves Palin's personal story and credentials, while Bill Hobbs says the left shouldn't underestimate Palin. All of The Next Right is awash in pro-conservative excitement, as is Ed Morrissey (who thinks Palin helps McCain far more than she can hurt him), while Erick Erickson bestows the immediate counter to Smug n' Plugs: Maverick and Barracuda. Michelle Malkin summarizes pretty well how I feel about this pick, and fellow college bloggers Stefan Claypool and Brian Buldoc are definitely on board with Palin. Jonathan Martin has a few interesting thought on the West, which Mike and I were talking about last night. Beloved Allah Pundit is not. But, you know, I still think the above response means (which Allah acknowledges in that post) this is about rallying the base.

Correction to the $3 million pledged from Friday, McCain raised $4.49 million Friday. Fundraising could be the real lasting effect here; I've heard Karl Rove say in person that in the end, VPs don't matter.

Katherine Miller blogs daily at Right-Wing Vitriol.