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Tape 18, Side 2, through Tape 19, Side 2. In the thirteenth interview session, conducted on February 1, 1993, Atiyeh talks about his experience as a committeeman at the Republican National Convention in 1993. He then continues discussing serving in the Oregon Senate, with a focus on the 1975 and 1977 legislative sessions. He discusses his committee assignments, his fellow senators, and legislation, particularly regarding services for Native Americans.

Scope and Contents Tape 17, Side 1, through Tape 18, Side 1. In the twelfth interview session, conducted on January 25, 1993, Atiyeh talks about the Oregon Republican Party leadership at the time of the interview in 1993. He then continues discussing his 1974 campaign for Oregon governor and his loss to Bob Straub, including a trip to the White House at the invitation of President Gerald Ford. He also speaks about the labels of conservative, moderate, and liberal; and about balancing his business, family, and...