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The World Link : DeFazio weighs run for governor. DeFazio weighs run for governor. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
DeFazio weighs run for governor Sep 13, 2009
By Brad Cain, Associated Press Writer Sunday, September 13, 2009. Last week Kitzhaber announced he would seek a record third term. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
DeFazio meeting with Kitzhaber to discuss governor's race Sep 12, 2009
-- Congressman Peter DeFazio will have a private meeting with a potential rival before deciding whether to run for Oregon governor. Congressman Peter DeFazio. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Kitzhaber will run again for Ore. governor Sep 4, 2009
Several other Democrats, including veteran Congressman Peter DeFazio, are considering running for governor next year. The only announced Republican contender at this point is Allen Alley, a former high-tech businessman who ran for state treasurer last year. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Labor Union: Time to Tax Stock Trades Sep 2, 2009
25 percent tax on all securities transaction (targeting to raise $150 billion) and Peter DeFazio, an Oregon Democrat, wants a 0. 2 percent tax on crude oil futures to pay for transportation projects. (Newsmax)
Kitzhaber announcing plans on Wednesday Sep 2, 2009
Peter DeFazio and state Rep. Brian Clem of Salem. (Longview Daily News, WA)
AP: Kitzhaber's third-term intentions expected this week Sep 1, 2009
Another Democratic heavy-hitter -- veteran Congressman Peter DeFazio -- also is considering running for governor. But many observers, including Corcoran, the former state senator from Lane County -- doubt the DeFazio will give up the seniority and political power he's amassed in Congress to run for governor. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Ban on phones on the runway in Congress Aug 31, 2009
Peter DeFazio thinks so: listening to the cell phone conversations of other passengers. Mr. DeFazio, D-Ore. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Health debate obscures truth Aug 30, 2009
I have much respect for Congressman Peter DeFazio, who has done many good things for his district and the state of Oregon ... Some questions I did not get the chance to ask Peter DeFazio are the same questions the Obama Administration refuses to answer. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Art & Air Fest lifts off Friday (30) Aug 28, 2009
10 a.m. to Noon Peter DeFazio comments on Washington, Fair Expo Conference Room. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Young Eagles flights, Albany Municipal Airport. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Springfield man takes on DeFazio Aug 21, 2009
Peter DeFazio s town hall meetings. Sid Leiken is hoping he ll have another chance to follow in the Springfield Democrat s footsteps as the next congressman from Oregon s 4th District. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
DeFazio talks health care at heated town hall meeting Aug 19, 2009
Peter DeFazio asks her to allow others to ask questions ... Peter DeFazio asks her to allow others to ask questions ... Peter DeFazio ran into a buzzsaw of fear and misinformation about federal health care reform proposals Wednesday on his first day of meetings during the Congressional recess. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
DeFazio fields questions in Junction City Aug 19, 2009
David Patton/Democrat-HeraldCongressman Peter DeFazio addresses a large crowd Tuesday morning during a town hall meeting at Oaklea Middle School in Junction City ... Peter DeFazio s town hall meeting Tuesday morning. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Rep. DeFazio changes Ore. town hall venues Aug 16, 2009
Peter DeFazio has changed the location of five of six town hall meetings he has scheduled in Oregon during the upcoming week. According to statement from his office, the changes were made to accommodate the growing interest in these meetings. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
DeFazio adjusts town hall schedule Aug 16, 2009
Conressman Peter DeFazio has moved five scheduled town hall meetings in his district to larger venues in response to big crowds last week, his office announced Friday. The new locations are. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Crowd jams health care meeting Aug 16, 2009
Peter DeFazio fields questions from a crowd estimated to exceed 1,200 Thursday at the North Bend Community Center ... Peter DeFazio comments before taking questions from a town hall audience of 1,200 Thursday ... Peter DeFazio fields questions from a crowd estimated to exceed 1,200 Thursday at the North Bend Community Center. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Palin stands by 'death panel' claim Aug 15, 2009
Peter DeFazio, D-Ore. second from right, and Rep. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
GOP challenger plans to attend town hall meetings Aug 14, 2009
Peter DeFazio, D-Ore. in the next election plans to attend some of the congressman s town hall meetings. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
DeFazio’s schedule omits mid-valley (29) Aug 13, 2009
Peter DeFazio does not expect to hold a town hall meeting in the mid-valley during this congressional recess. His office said this week that since he had been in the mid-valley in April, this time he planned to spend most of his time in other parts of the 4th District. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
DeFazio faces crowd angry over health care reform Aug 13, 2009
Peter DeFazio ran into a buzzsaw of fear and misinformation about federal health care reform proposals at his first day of town hall meetings. At a stop Wednesday in Grants Pass, the Springfield Democrat repeatedly had to call for quiet and correct people on what the proposed legislation actually says regarding end-of-life care and illegal aliens. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
Sorting facts from fiction in health care reform Aug 13, 2009
Peter DeFazio, D-Ore. repeated that declaration in Cottage Grove on Wednesday. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
DeFazio expects no disruptions Aug 13, 2009
Peter DeFazio is coming to the coast this week and he's expecting a lot of questions about health care reform. Some of the Springfield Democrat's colleagues have faced rude receptions at similar events in the past week over the subject. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Editorial: Mobs: Not here Aug 12, 2009
That had better not happen if and when Congressmen Peter DeFazio and Kurt Schrader, or Sens. Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden, come around the mid-valley this month. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Letter: Say yes to climate legislation, Aug 11, 2009
Peter DeFazio, and Jeff Merkely as well as U.S. Sen. Ron Wyden, and state Rep. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Letter: Show your strong support Aug 11, 2009
Peter DeFazio can play a key role in protecting Oregon s clean water by supporting strong legislation to restore the Clean Water Act. Through these bills, we can stop the Supreme Court from dirtying our water. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Baird defends choice not to hold town hall meetings Aug 9, 2009
David Wu, Peter DeFazio, and Adam Smith, all Democrats, will hold the meetings. So will Republicans Doc Hastings and Cathy McMorris Rodgers. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Don't let lunatics lead discussion Aug 8, 2009
Peter DeFazio in North Bend on Thursday, Aug. 13, be aware that members of the lunatic fringe may try to disrupt the meeting. The insurance and drug companies are spending about 1. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Keeping track in the mid-valley (38) Aug 8, 2009
The story: This spring, Congressman Peter DeFazio, D-4th District, introduced a bill intended to help Americans who lost over-the-air television reception when broadcast stations switched to all digital signals in June, as required by an act of Congress. The bill would require cable systems to offer a minimal choice of channels for 10 a month. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
GOP targets Oregon House Democrats Aug 6, 2009
Peter DeFazio, OR-04; and Rep. Kurt Schrader, OR-05. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Candidates still shaping up for 2010 governor's race Aug 3, 2009
SALEM, -- While Congressman Peter DeFazio and former Governor John Kitzhaber have not yet said whether they will run in the 2010 governor's race, two lesser-known politicians are trying to get a head start. Republican Allen Alley, a former businessman who ran for state treasurer last year, sets out Monday on a 400-mile walk across Oregon to publicize his quest for the state's top office. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Springfield mayor visits mid-valley Jul 31, 2009
In May he filed paperwork to run in 2010 for the seat held by Congressman Peter DeFazio, a Democrat. DeFazio has not announced whether he intends to seek another term or maybe run for governor instead. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Transportation: 10 Staffers to Know Jul 23, 2009
Peter DeFazio (D-Ore. which included work on the Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users. (Roll Call)
Candidate files for DeFazio job Jul 22, 2009
Peter DeFazio, D-Ore. Jaynee Germond has filed for the 2010 Republican primary in Oregon's Fourth Congressional District. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
New Highway Fatality Data Shows 1268 Fewer Families Devastated by Drunk Driving Deaths in 2008 Jul 4, 2009
"We applaud House Transportation and Infrastructure Chairman Jim Oberstar and Ranking Member John Mica as well as Highways and Transit Subcommittee Chairman Peter DeFazio and Ranking Member Jim Duncan as they introduced legislation that includes bold initiatives that will have a dramatic impact on highway safety in America," said Dean-Mooney. According to a 2009 Pacific Institute for Research & Evaluation report issued recently alcohol-related traffic crashes cost Americans nearly $130 billion... (PR Newswire)
Reducing carbon doesnt have to put state at risk Jun 28, 2009
Sunday, June 28, 2009 12:10 AM PDT Congressman Peter DeFazio s stand against the risky carbon allowance trade scheme in the federal Waxman-Markey bill recently drew some unfair and not-so-friendly fire from the Portland media establishment. We want to commend the congressman for his extensive understanding of energy issues and impacts on the energy consumer. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Ore. GOP candidate says his mother is the pollster Jun 26, 2009
Peter DeFazio next year for Oregon's 4th Congressional District seat. Among the records sought are those documenting $2,000 from his mayoral committee for polling. (Fresno Bee)
New Federal Transportation Bill Connects Needed Reforms to Fighting Climate Change Jun 23, 2009
The bill, formally called The Surface Transportation Authorization Act of 2009, was introduced today by Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Chairman James Oberstar (D-MN), and cosponsored by the top ranking GOP member on the Committee John Mica (R-FL), Highways and Transit Subcommittee Chairman Peter DeFazio (D-OR) and the top ranking GOP member of the Subcommittee John Duncan (R-TN). "Chairman Oberstar, Chairman DeFazio, and Ranking Members Mica and Duncan have put forward a clear... (PR Newswire)
Letter: Peter DeFazio’s sell-out on Iraq war enough to turn one ‘Green’ (June 19) Jun 19, 2009
Letter: Peter DeFazio s sell-out on Iraq war enough to turn one Green (June 19) ... Peter Defazio voted for this spending. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
LaHood, Oberstar Collide on Highway Bill Jun 19, 2009
Peter DeFazio, chairman of the highways and transit subcommittee, said the administration's plan would cost tens of thousands of jobs because contractors need dollar commitments beyond 18 months to proceed with high-dollar, multiyear construction projects. LaHood has said transportation legislation should not be rushed. (Newsmax)
Wyden, DeFazio seek Rogue protection Jun 18, 2009
Peter DeFazio also seek wilderness designation for nearly 30,000 acres in the Siuslaw National Forest known as the Devil's Staircase. The area is a Coast Range forest so steep and rugged that it has escaped logging for much of the past century. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Bill would ease cost of switch to digital Jun 17, 2009
Congressman Peter DeFazio has introduced a bill intended to help Americans who can no longer get broadcast television because of the government-ordered switch to digital transmission. The bill, HR 2867, would set up a coupon program providing up to 80 toward the cost of buying and installing indoor or outdoor antennas. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Les Schwab fights quota that would restrict cheap tires Jun 16, 2009
Peter DeFazio, D-Springfield, has thus far been the only member of the delegation to come out in strong support of the unions. If you pay people a dollar a day, it s cheaper; if you poison people, it s cheaper, DeFazio said. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Editorial: Where there’s influence to buy, there’s a way Jun 16, 2009
Peter DeFazio had 24,730 donated in his honor to various causes. Sen. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
For Obama, the hardest part is yet to come Jun 6, 2009
"The challenge for Obama is figuring out what to do with the suspected terrorists held there. Obama's not had much luck getting other countries to take them he said Friday that he didn't even ask German Chancellor Angela Merkel."We have not asked her for hard commitments, and she has not given us any hard commitments beyond having a serious discussion about are there ways that we can solve this problem," Obama said.At home, Democrats are balking at giving Obama money to proceed with the prison... (Anchorage Daily News)
Alley already in the race for governor Jun 6, 2009
On the Democratic side, Alley said there could be a hot race between former Gov. John Kitzhaber and Congressman Peter DeFazio for the nomination. I think (former Secretary of State Bill) Bradbury will run regardless of what Kitzhaber or DeFazio do, Alley said. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
AFA-CWA Looks Forward to Passage of FAA Reauthorization May 22, 2009
"We applaud Representative Peter DeFazio for including this important provision in the bill and are grateful for his continued dedication to protecting and preserving the interests of flight attendants and airline passengers. Cell phone use on aircraft is not a necessity. In far too many operational scenarios, cell phone use could be far worse than a mere nuisance: It could have catastrophic effects on aviation safety and security," added Friend. Other measures included in the FAA... (PR Newswire)
Editorial: Cutting stores can’t be good May 21, 2009
Congressman Peter DeFazio sees the folly in what has been going on. He has written to Obama s car czar, objecting to the counter productive demands the administration has put on the American auto industry. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
For anti-war faction, things look the same May 17, 2009
Peter DeFazio, D-Oregon. They tried to band together. (Athens Banner-Herald)
House OKs bill for school construction May 15, 2009
Earl Blumenauer, Kurt Schrader and Peter DeFazio in voting for the bill. Republican Rep. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
Editorial: TV change hits the poor May 14, 2009
Congressman Peter DeFazio has tried to make amends for Congress disregard of rural residents. He offered legislation to require cable and satellite companies to offer a very low-cost option of basic service to people in places where digital TV can t reach. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Oberstar Less Stringent on Earmarks May 13, 2009
Subcommittee on Highways and Transit Chairman Peter DeFazio (D-Ore. and the subcommittee s ranking member, Rep. (Roll Call)
Feds give $75 million for Oregon streetcar May 6, 2009
Peter DeFazio, a Eugene-area Democrat, and Earl Blumenauer, a Portland Democrat, who have long championed the project in Washington D.C.. DeFazio said the Bush administration set up a blackbox test no streetcar would have ever been able to pass. (The Business Journal of Portland, OR)
Bike news: No rolling through stop signs May 5, 2009
Congressman Peter DeFazio, D-4th District, has asked for a 580,000 earmark in the federal budget for 2010 for another leg of the path, on the Albany side, Irvin said. Progress on building the path has not been very fast, Irvin acknowledged. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Nation not ready for mileage-based tax May 5, 2009
Associated Press writer Joan Lowy reported last week that Oberstar has ask Oregon Congressman Peter DeFazio, who chairs the highways and transit subcommittee, to begin the process of setting up a mileage-based transportation tax. Fortunately, DeFazio doesn t appear to share Oberstar s conviction that this idea is ready for prime time. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Nelson: Specter Joining Me In Penalty Box May 2, 2009
Peter DeFazio in a closed-door meeting of the House Democratic Caucus last week, according to the Associated Press. Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid said Friday that liberal groups targeting moderate Democrats with ads should back off, saying pressure from the left wing of his party won. (CBS News)
Top lawmaker wants mileage tax on vehicles Apr 29, 2009
Peter DeFazio, D-Ore. chairman of the highways and transit subcommittee, set up a meeting of transportation experts and members of Congress to figure out how it could be done. (AZCentral -- Business)
Merkley pushes aid for counties Apr 29, 2009
Peter DeFazio, D-Ore. said he generally supported the task force idea, adding that Merkley "brings some new energy to a prolonged problem and debate.". (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Kitzhaber, DeFazio eye Oregon governors race Apr 28, 2009
Veteran Congressman Peter DeFazio is being tempted by the wide-open race as well, although he has reservations about walking away from the power and seniority he s amassed in Congress. DeFazio is chairman of the congressional subcommittee that will formulate the nation s transportation priorities for the coming years. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
DeFazio: Get tougher with Wall Street Apr 28, 2009
Peter DeFazio s response last week when asked about the United States economy. He said both re-regulation and an investigation of Wall Street are needed the investigation to identify, in detail, the problems in the finance industry. (Lebanon Express, OR)
DeFazio addresses Lebanon’s concerns (8) Apr 28, 2009
Peter DeFazio answers questions from about 70 Lebanon residents during a town hall meeting held at the Boys Club on April 16 ... Peter DeFazio (D-Ore. (Lebanon Express, OR)
DeFazio talks economy (10) Apr 28, 2009
Peter DeFazio (D) had a lot to say about the economy while visiting Lebanon on Thursday. He addressed the confusion over what happened in the last six months, and presented an idea of where the economy might be going, even if it wasn t all great news. (Lebanon Express, OR)
DeFazio focuses on transportation bill Apr 18, 2009
Peter Defazio talks about the TSA, the event he had earlier this year at PDX, and issues with liquid in carry-on luggage during an interview at the Democrat-Herald on Thursday ... ALBANY Peter DeFazio has been Oregon s congressman from the 4th District since 1987, and lately he often gets asked whether he intends to stay much longer or try something else, such as running for governor. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Run for guv? Not yet, DeFazio says Apr 18, 2009
Mark Ylen/Democrat-HeraldPeter DeFazio, shown during a chat Thursday at the Democrat-Herald, has been the 4th District congressman since 1987 ... Peter DeFazio has been Oregon s congressman from the 4th District since 1987, and lately he often gets asked whether he intends to stay much longer or try something else, such as running for governor. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
DeFazio can still pack them in Apr 16, 2009
Peter DeFazio talks in a packed meeting room at the Coos Bay Public Library on Tuesday afternoon, his third town hall meeting stop of the day ... Peter DeFazio talks in a packed meeting room at the Coos Bay Public Library on Tuesday afternoon, his third town hall meeting stop of the day ... Peter DeFazio talks in a packed meeting room at the Coos Bay Public Library on Tuesday afternoon, his third town hall meeting stop of the day. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Community Calendar Apr 16, 2009
Peter DeFazio will host a town hall meeting from 1 to 2 p.m. on April 16 in the Lebanon Boys Club multi-purpose room at 305 S. Fifth St.. DeFazio plans to discuss recent congressional efforts to address the current economic crisis, the upcoming transportation reauthorization, recent passage of the public lands omnibus legislation expanding wilderness protections in Oregon and Mexico s tariffs, among other issues of interest. (Lebanon Express, OR)
