The two fringe candidates asked for the recount because they were concerned about voting "irregularities". Apparently, supposed voting irregularities only took place in Bush states.
When I discover what the irregularities were, I'l let everyone know.
Just check JFern's thread, man.
(Note: There's quite a difference between Irregularities and Fraud, and a whole world of difference between Evidence of Irregularities, and Proof of Fraud.)
If the aim is to overturn Bush's statewide, and nationwide, victory - yes, waste of time. Bush won.
If the aim is to bring some sanity to the way America votes, well, frankly, every day spent doing something else is a waste of time.