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He’s a lot more accessible than the last two governors -- and that includes him.

Oregon state Senate Republican leader Ted Ferrioli referring to Gov. John Kitzhaber, who is currently serving his third term (his first two were from 1995 to 2003). In 2010, he was one of three former governors to return to office.

Oregon state Senate Republican leader Ted Ferrioli referring to Gov. John Kitzhaber, who is currently serving his third term (his first two were from 1995 to 2003). In 2010, he was one of three former governors to return to office.

Caroline Cournoyer is GOVERNING's senior web editor.
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