With so much attention focused on John McCain's lack of support from the conservative right, I found it interesting that the media and the blogs have not picked up on Sen. Brownback's endorsement of McCain. Brownback is clearly someone who carries weight among social conservatives. It appears that McCain will continue to struggle with many in the party, and Brownback's support is unlikely to sway those who are strongly opposed to McCain.However, having folks like Brownback stand up for him can't hurt with that part of the GOP base.

Below is a snip from the endorsement email:

During my campaign for president last year, I expressed my deep concern that America is becoming a less democratic nation as unelected judges dictate more and more of our nation's laws and social policy.

I have talked at length with John McCain about these issues, and he not only shares this concern but has actively promoted a conservative view for the judiciary and the nominees we need to get confirmed and onto the bench.

Not only does John McCain stand strong on the issues, but he can win in November. More so than any other Republican candidate, the polls show that John McCain can beat Hillary or Obama in the general election.

I am proud to support John McCain for President, and I urge you to stand with me to send Senator McCain to the White House. John McCain will help us bring to an end to the federal courts' sad chapter of judicial activism.
Sincerely,

Sen. Sam Brownback, Co-Chairman
McCain for President Judicial Advisory Committee

I have yet to make a decision about the Republican candidates - I've not been a McCain fan due to mainly to his position on campaign finance, but I'm not as strident as some Republicans on the immigration issue, so have not ruled out supporting him.

Nevertheless, I found the Brownback endorsement an interesting element in the race.