“Utah Republicans chose their nominee for the U.S. Senate on Tuesday… Mike Lee is the overwhelming favorite to win in November and replace Sen. Bob Bennett, who was ousted at the Republican convention in May amid a wave of anti-incumbent rage around the country.” [AP]

A Conservative’s Case for Sarah Palin’s Genius: “I think liberals and those in the mainstream media fear her. Sure, they openly say she has no chance of beating President Obama — if she even runs, that is; but, inside, they must fear that she could very well beat President Obama in a one-on-one match-up.” [Tony Lee/Atlantic]

Not everyone is endorsed by a frothy mix of lube and fecal matter that is sometimes the byproduct of anal sex.

[Campaign website]

In a message delivered today to Utah Republicans, Jim DeMint endorses Mike Lee. Mike Lee now fears all his friends will shun him.

Bennett out; GOP delegates reject 18-year Senate veteran [Salt Lake Tribune]

“A new Salt Lake Tribune poll of Utah Republican delegates shows Sen. Bob Bennett (R-UT) is on the verge of becoming the state’s first incumbent U.S. senator to lose his party’s nomination in seven decades. Mike Lee (R) leads the GOP field with 37%…” [Political Wire]

“It might have been scary for you, or at the very least uncomfortable. But because of your efforts we have an amazing head start with a large percentage of delegates elected being Mike Lee Delegates or leaning heavily that way.” [Campaign email]

This is the front and back cover of the scientific journal, Nature. I believe it’s brilliant commentary on the nature of this election, the tactics the candidates have descended to, and race in America. Or, it’s an accidental picture of puppies.