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Wyden wants an investigation
WASHINGTON -- Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Ore., on Thursday called for an investigation of Donald Rumsfeld, suggesting that the former defense secretary misled -- even lied -- to Congress to build the case for invading Iraq. (Charles Pope, The Oregonian)

Smith could be persuaded
WASHINGTON -- Sen. Gordon Smith of Oregon, a key undecided vote, said Thursday he will likely back a landmark bill on climate change, even as supporters acknowledged the bill was heading toward almost certain defeat. (Associated Press)

More initiative fights
In the latest skirmish in the war over Oregon's initiative system, a liberal group has accused the sponsors to two citizens' initiatives of violating state law by defying a ban on gathering signatures until the sponsors comply with a state record-keeping requirement. (Edward Walsh, The Oregonian)

Romney continues national tour
Former presidential candidate and Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney is set to speak at tomorrow’s Oregon Republican Party State Convention. (Danny Reiter, PolitickerOR.com)

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