Palin at the Republican National Convention

This week Governor Palin spoke at the Republican nomination - the first exposure to her for many Americans. For many right-wing Republicans Palin seems a godsend, or at least some assurance that McCain does value the Republican base. Moreover, she gave a speech with a charisma that McCain has oft been criticized for lacking, and was able to rouse the audience to an excitement more frequently seen in democratic then republican crowds of late.  Perhaps Palin will provide the excitement needed to start moving the base, but with so few watching the convention, will it really help draw those independents needed to pull ahead of Obama?