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When it comes to Presidential politics, Oregon and the Northwest play host to the candidates surprisingly often -- as John Edward’s speech in Seaside illustrates.

As the primary race ratchets up, commentator Marc Acito's thoughts turn to national security and the threat posed by -- pigeons.

The comments of Portland writer Marc Acito. His views, like those of all commentators, are his own and do not necessarily reflect those of OPB.