Washington: 65,500 signatures turned in for recall of Pierce County Treasurer-Assessor

Seems like a big number, until you see that the position requires 65,495 signatures. The petitioning deadline is open until August 30, so the petitioners are hoping to clear 80,000 -- depends on the state, but here's a reason to be cautious. Here's some details on the case, and here's the recall proponents website. The recall is expected to cost between $350,000 and $950,000