Crystal Strait noted earlier that the dirty trick initiative appears to have some new life. It is unclear quite how feasible it is for them to gather enough signatures to get it on the ballot, or if they really have the money to give it a shot. The bottom line is that there are paid signature gatherers out there trying to get names. The LAT Top of the Ticket blog has the latest information:
But in recent days, the state's network of signature gatherers has been abuzz with talk that the initiative is not quite dead. GOP consultant Ed Rollins has told California backers of the measure that he has cash lined up, according to three sources reached by The Times. (Rollins did not immediately return phone calls.)
At this point these are just claims. They have money, but is it the $2 million or so they would need? Or are they just making a show. That would be a huge waste of money. Who else is behind this? Some familiar names to the recall and more info below the fold.
