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(From AP Online)
Byline: MICHAEL TARM
Illinois Republicans rushed to dig themselves out of a deep political hole on Saturday and find a replacement for Senate candidate Jack Ryan, who dropped out of the race just four months before the election amid tawdry sex allegations.
About 150 Republican leaders met in Chicago a day after Ryan's withdrawal to discuss candidates who might mount a tremendous comeback against Democratic state Sen. Barack Obama. Potential replacements include a state senator who seems to be an early favorite, a driven millionaire and a former member of the Chicago Bears.
Republican leaders expect to make a decision…