I understand it the same way, Frank. The recall vote proceeds whether or not Davis resigns.

My own view is that the California recall is a circus. But its how California law works, so be it. That being the case, Mr. Davis, as the duly elected Governor, is entitled to make his case to the people of California why he should not be recalled. Mr. Davis' standing in the polls may be dismal, but elections and recalls in California are decided by votes, not opinion polls.

I do believe that the push for recall will turn out to be a serious political mistake by the neocons in California, especially if Bustamante manages to pull off a plurality in the event the recall succeeds. If will be even worse for them if the recall fails...which, given the caliber of the field of candidates (lets use that term loosely here), is entirely likely.