Doesn't the US constitution require that every state have a republican form of government. This looks like one for the U.S. Supreme Court or the Marines.

Democratic arrogance keeps Bush off ballot: "Because the Republicans will hold their national convention in early September and the Illinois Election Code requires certification of ballots in August, a minor change needs to be made in state law. Madigan, who is also the state chairman, and Jones are holding up certification -- for a price."