The media scene, from AP and Gary Delsohn in the Sacramento Bee. It was L.A. Times staffer Jeff Rabin who Schwarzenegger complimented as "this gentleman with the nice-looking beard and with the handsome glasses." (The LAT media story by Hilary E. MacGregor emphasizes Japanese interest in the governor.)

Rough and Tumble has the round-up of Arnold coverage, including a San Francisco Chronicle story that the new governor has raised $1.3 million in campaign funds -- some from special interests -- since his election.