John Nichols: The recall is the greatest popular democracy movement in Wisconsin history Read more:

[hue]

http://host.madison.com/ct/news/opinion/column/john_nichols/john-nichols-the-recall-is-the-greatest-popular-democracy-movement/article_b4fb09f0-4091-11e1-b2ec-001871e3ce6c.html

The recall petitions that will be filed today, seeking the recall of Gov. Scott Walker and Lt. Gov. Rebecca Kleefisch, will weigh 3,000 pounds.

That's a monumental message for the governor and his minions, as well as the pundit class that so doubted the depth and breadth of the Wisconsin democracy movement.

Today, we will learn exactly how many Wisconsinites have petitioned for the recall of the governor who attacked labor rights, voting rights and our open government tradition.

[Jackpine Radical]

1. I love John Nichols.

A dyed-in-the-wool Cheesehead and advocate for the Progressive tradition. He does a pretty good speech too, as I have had numerous occasions to confirm. He speaks at Bobfest & at the Eau Claire County Jefferson-Jackson Day most years.

[Botany]

2. 3,000 pounds

a ton and a half of signatures

The story is they had to check the building's floor if it could handle all the weight.

[Bill USA]

3. recommended!

[marias23]

4. In the '60s...

...many people wanted a right wing gov't to create a reaction. They may have had a point. Although I am retired I will send these folks some $. It will feel great to be part of this. Here's one organization.http://www.unitedwisconsin.com/jan17

Power to these people.

[midnight]

5. I agree John Nichols. Scott should be very afraid....