Scope and Contents

Tape 26, Side 1. In the eighteenth interview session, conducted on April 20, 2000, Hatfield continues to discuss his 1956 campaign for Oregon secretary of state, with a focus on the campaign’s use of media.

Scope and Contents Tape 26, Side 2, through Tape 27, Side 2. In the nineteenth interview session, conducted on May 16, 2000, Hatfield discusses his service as Oregon secretary of state from 1957 to 1959. He speaks about working with Democratic Governor Bob Holmes and his administration, talks about his staff, and describes his duties as secretary of state. He also shares the story of appointing his own successor after being elected governor. He speaks about his decision to run for Oregon governor in 1958, and...