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Primaries set up battle over Oregon Legislature

The Columbian
Published: May 14, 2012, 5:00pm

PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Oregon’s primary will determine each party’s slate of candidates as Republicans and Democrats try to grab control of the state Legislature.

A number of incumbents are facing challenges Tuesday from rivals in their own party, including Republican Sens. Chris Telfer of Bend and Doug Whitsett of Klamath Falls. Republican Rep. Bob Jenson of Pendleton and Democratic Rep. Mike Schaufler of Happy Valley also face competitive primaries.

Other districts feature hard-fought battles to replace retiring lawmakers.

Leaders from both parties are hoping for strong candidates to emerge from the primaries who can help them grab control of the Legislature in November’s general election.

The House is currently tied. Democrats have a narrow majority in the Senate, and Republicans face an uphill battle to reclaim it.

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