After September 11, when the United States took action to overthrow the Taliban, our interests and Iran’s aligned, and we were able to coordinate quietly but effectively.
Earl Blumenauer Quotes
At a time when 2500 American soldiers have given their lives for the cause of bringing democracy to Iraq, it is sad and frustrating to watch the Republican establishment disgrace the exercise of democracy in our own House of Representatives.
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| Birth: | 16th August, 1948 |
| Nationality: | American |
| Profession: | Politician |
About
Earl Blumenauer was born in Portland, Oregon. He is the U.S. Representative for Oregon's 3rd congressional district, serving since 1996. He is a member of the Democratic Party. He majored in political science and received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Lewis & Clark in 1970. He completed his education in 1976 when he earned a Juris Doctor degree from the school's Northwestern School of Law.
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