Boston.com | Bush victory in Ohio closer than thought

"The Kerry campaign and two third-party candidates are seeking a recount in Ohio. The Green and Libertarian parties said they have raised enough money to cover the cost. The Kerry campaign said it is not disputing the outcome of the presidential race but wants to make sure any recount is ''done accurately and completely.'

A hearing on the recount request began in federal court in Columbus yesterday.

The narrowing of Bush's margin only increases the possibility that the election results could be changed, the Green Party said. ''Who knows what else will turn up when we examine the discarded ballots?' Green spokesman Blair Bobier asked. "

Gee, now what if ...?