The wording of the code is question is written poorly. I'm guessing they actually made an avoidable mistake.Has to be
that’s just a supporter saying that
But it is shady as hell. He got more than enough signatures to get on the ballot. But bureaucratic issues prevent it?
I'm guessing this is the result of an inexperienced campaign. You hate to see it.

Lawriter - ORC - 3513.05 Deadline for filing declaration of candidacy.