Tell that to the not one, but two opponents Obama got kicked off the ballot because of inconsequential factual errors.
The bias it toward the letter of the law. Depending on the judge it comes up before, it could be kicked out because she forgot to dot the i in Palin, making the judge think she signed it Sara Pallen.
He invalidated petition signatures, I believe.
No, actually, cboldt is exactly right. I’ve represented clients seeking ballot access under IL election code and the difficulties do not arise under minor technicalities but due to real candidate defects. And even those defects can be overcome if the candidate is strong in other areas. The two biggies are residency and signature quality/quantity. I also happen to know there will be an objector who will demand proof of birth location. This objector will not be given much consideration.
But Sarah does need good signatures, and we know it, and are already preparing for action. Cboldt, your numbers are right for the GOP. And we have till first week of January to get it done. And proportional award of delegates, the new rule, works in Palin’s favor. It’s all good.