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Update:
Apparently, Keyes is now officially the GOP candidate.
Dream matchup? Is the GOP on crack? The nutcase Keyes will be fortunate to get 20%.
Only 2 problems with this. 1) Illinois is not nearly as socially conservative as Keyes and 2) we don't take as kindly to outsiders as NY does. I think you're right - I'd be surprised if he got 35%.