Oregonian: The backlash against ethanol hit Oregon’s Legislature on Thursday, with five bills up for consideration that would scale back the state’s commitment to the largely corn-based fuel. Legislators from both sides of the aisle complained about reduced mileage, potential engine and fuel system damage and increased food and livestock feed prices. Ethanol is a favorite of Gov. Ted Kulongoski, who helped push biofuel tax breaks through the previous Legislature, along with a requirement …