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October 19, 2012
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GOP lawmakers, Democratic challengers make pitches at chamber forum

Four legislative candidates spoke about their priorities and differences Thursday during a breakfast forum sponsored by the Roseburg Area Chamber of Commerce. The forum came one day before ballots were to be mailed for the Nov. 6 election. The election will determine whether one party can break the 30-30 tie in the House and whether Democrats can maintain a slim 16-14 majority in the Senate. In central Douglas County districts, two Democrats are trying to unseat a pair of established Republican lawmakers. District 1 Sen. Jeff Kruse, R-Roseburg, said he never expected to be a Salem lawmaker for long. He …

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The News-Review Updated Oct 19, 2012 11:18AM Published Oct 23, 2012 09:20AM Copyright 2012 The News-Review. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.