Scope and Contents Tape 32, Side 1, through Tape 33, Side 1. In the twenty-second interview session, conducted on June 7, 1993, Atiyeh continues discussing serving as Oregon governor, with a focus on the 1979 and 1981 legislative sessions. He talks about his relationship with the press, about communicating with his constituents, and about his governing style. He discusses his administration’s policies regarding energy conservation, economic development, and racism. He also talks about his relationship with...

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Tape 33, Side 2, through Tape 34, Side 2. In the twenty-third interview session, conducted on June 11, 1993, Atiyeh continues discussing serving as Oregon governor, with a focus on the 1981 legislative session and the 1982 special session. He talks about the ideological differences between Republicans and Democrats. He discusses funding the state budget and his administration’s relationship with the Legislature.