SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — The Libertarian running for Illinois governor recognizes he has little chance of winning the November election, but he could play a significant role in deciding who does.

Chad Grimm, the third name on the ballot in one of the nation’s hardest-fought governor’s races, is a fiscal conservative who believes in minimalist government. The race is expected to be very close between Democratic Gov. Pat Quinn and Republican challenger Bruce Rauner so if Grimm pulls away more than a few votes from Rauner, his candidacy could be instrumental in tipping the scales.