News article on Atiyeh's successful meeting with the Chinese Premier Zhao Zhang on establishing a trade partnership between the State of Oregon and China.
Letter from Rich Carson, Industrial Property SectionBusiness Information Division, sent to the Economic Development Department on the background summary of the trade partnership between the State of Oregon and NEC America.
Press release statements made by Atiyeh on international trade partnerships between China, Japan, and Taiwan. Includes excerpts from his State of the State addresses and announcement of NEC America's new manufacturing plant in Oregon.
Copy of Public Law 96-8 Taiwan Relations Act used as reference for the sister state relationship between Oregon and Taiwan. This law was enacted by the United States Congress to promote foreign policy and diplomatic relations between the United States and the people of Taiwan.
Victor Atiyeh served as governor of Oregon from 1979-1987. This is one part of an oral history interview that was originally recorded on over 60 cassette tapes by the Oregon Historical Society. It is accompanied by a typed transcript. This portion covers: Status of his children Tom and Suzanne Atiyeh, 1998; travels in post-governor era, 1990s; George Atiyeh and Opal Creek, 1998; assessment of Barbara Roberts and John Kitzhaber as governors, 1998; gun control in Oregon, 1998; debate on Thurston High School shooting, 1998; advice to aspiring politicians and public servants, 1998; final conclusions, 1998.
Victor Atiyeh served as governor of Oregon from 1979-1987. This is one part of an oral history interview that was originally recorded on over 60 cassette tapes by the Oregon Historical Society. It is accompanied by a typed transcript. This portion covers: Outcome of the Northwest Power Planning and Conservation Act, 1980s; the Northwest Power Planning Council and the “three sovereigns”; dams and fisheries on the Columbia River, late 1990s; Atiyeh’s view of the legislature, 1998; feelings on the last day of being Governor, 1987; Atiyeh’s political activities since leaving office, 1990s; state of the Republican party, 1998; thoughts on Barry Goldwater, 1998; business and other activities since leaving office, 1998.
Victor Atiyeh served as governor of Oregon from 1979-1987. This is one part of an oral history interview that was originally recorded on over 60 cassette tapes by the Oregon Historical Society. It is accompanied by a typed transcript. This portion covers: Employment opportunities in Oregon, 1980s; link between the repeal of the unitary tax and the diversification of Oregon’s economy, 1980s; lack of school finance reform in Oregon, 1980s-1990s; Atiyeh vetoing tax relief packages, 1979-1980; effect of state-run rainy day funds; structure of the legislature, 1980s-1990s; 1982 election victory, effort to introduce sales tax, 1980s-1990s.
Victor Atiyeh served as governor of Oregon from 1979-1987. This is one part of an oral history interview that was originally recorded on over 60 cassette tapes by the Oregon Historical Society. It is accompanied by a typed transcript. This portion covers: Court reform while Governor, 1980s; Atiyeh’s administrative style as Governor, 1980s; diversification of Oregon’s economy, 1980s; tourism as an economic sector in Oregon, 1980s; repeal of the unitary tax, mid-1980s; timber relief program, early 1980s.
Victor Atiyeh served as governor of Oregon from 1979-1987. This is one part of an oral history interview that was originally recorded on over 60 cassette tapes by the Oregon Historical Society. It is accompanied by a typed transcript. This portion covers: Review of political career; thoughts on Neil Goldschmidt; successes as Governor: avoiding gas shortage, dealings with the Rajneesh, relieving Oregon of the recession; reflections on Governorship: Oregon Food Bank, preservation of the Columbia River Gorge, Northwest Power Planning Council, rebalancing of budgets, Deschutes River, racial and religious harassment.
Victor Atiyeh served as governor of Oregon from 1979-1987. This is one part of an oral history interview that was originally recorded on over 60 cassette tapes by the Oregon Historical Society. It is accompanied by a typed transcript. This portion covers: Political advice to Oregonians, early 1990s; advice to aspiring politicians and public servants, early 1990s; summary of philosophy of life and spiritual beliefs; reflection of personal life and politics effect on family, early 1990s; sayings that Atiyeh likes.
Victor Atiyeh served as governor of Oregon from 1979-1987. This is one part of an oral history interview that was originally recorded on over 60 cassette tapes by the Oregon Historical Society. It is accompanied by a typed transcript. This portion covers: his children Tom and Suzanne Atiyeh in early 1990s; his nephew George in early 1990s; his wife Dolores in early 1990s; friendships with Jim Campbell and Tom Galt; self-identified character traits; reading for enjoyment: the American Civil War and the United States’ Constitution; thoughts on the Constitution; meaning of the 4th of July to Atiyeh.
Victor Atiyeh served as governor of Oregon from 1979-1987. This is one part of an oral history interview that was originally recorded on over 60 cassette tapes by the Oregon Historical Society. It is accompanied by a typed transcript. This portion covers: Political activities in post-governor era, late 1980s-early 1990s; Oregon Ballot Measure 9 and gay rights, late 1980s; property tax limitations ballot measure, 1990; work with Boy Scouts, late 1980s-early 1990s; activity with Japan-America Society, early 1990s; board that Atiyeh is involved with, late 1980s-early 1990s; difference between a consultant and a lobbyist; travels in post-governor era, late 1980-early 1990s; daily activities in post-governor era, late 1980s-early 1990s.
Victor Atiyeh served as governor of Oregon from 1979-1987. This is one part of an oral history interview that was originally recorded on over 60 cassette tapes by the Oregon Historical Society. It is accompanied by a typed transcript. This portion covers: Experience on the first Delta Airlines flight to Tokyo, Japan, late 1980s; activity on the Republican National Committee, 1993; support for Craig Berkman; how the Republican party has evolved in Oregon; differences between Republicans, independents, and Democrats; thoughts on far-right wing conservatives; role of religion in politics.
Victor Atiyeh served as governor of Oregon from 1979-1987. This is one part of an oral history interview that was originally recorded on over 60 cassette tapes by the Oregon Historical Society. It is accompanied by a typed transcript. This portion covers: Final reflections as a legislator and governor, 1959-1987; Republican Greg Walden's governorship campaign, 1993.
Victor Atiyeh served as governor of Oregon from 1979-1987. This is one part of an oral history interview that was originally recorded on over 60 cassette tapes by the Oregon Historical Society. It is accompanied by a typed transcript. This portion covers: final reflections as legislator and governor, 1959-1987: racial discrimination in society, criminal justice and court reform, first Oregon State Games, alternatives to nursing homes, gasoline shortages, diversifying Oregon’s economy; formalizing a state employee’s suggestion award program; traveling Oregon as a Governor; Atiyeh’s charisma as a leader and politician.
Victor Atiyeh served as governor of Oregon from 1979-1987. This is one part of an oral history interview that was originally recorded on over 60 cassette tapes by the Oregon Historical Society. It is accompanied by a typed transcript. This portion covers: Atiyeh's participation at the sesquicentennial of the Oregon Trail ending in Oregon City, 1993; final personal refection of time as a legislator and Governor, 1959-1987; eco-metric modeling, Northwest Power Planning Council, protection of the Columbia River Gorge, Oregon Food Share Program, Deschutes River purchase.
Victor Atiyeh served as governor of Oregon from 1979-1987. This is one part of an oral history interview that was originally recorded on over 60 cassette tapes by the Oregon Historical Society. It is accompanied by a typed transcript. This portion covers: Responding to criticism from Oregonian writer Allen Hayakawa, late 1980s; personal reflections on political credentials; margin of victory in second election, 1982; managerial style of Atiyeh, 1980s; policy high points as Governor; repeal of the unitary tax in Oregon, mid-1980s; how legislative branch evolved from 1959-1987; balance of power between legislative and executive branches of government, 1980s; problems with single-member districts.
Victor Atiyeh served as governor of Oregon from 1979-1987. This is one part of an oral history interview that was originally recorded on over 60 cassette tapes by the Oregon Historical Society. It is accompanied by a typed transcript. This portion covers: Relationships with Washington Senators Dan Evans, Brock Adams, Scoop Jackson, Warren Magnusson; thoughts on Legislators Debbs Pots, Lynn Newbry, Jason Boe, Phil Lang, Vera Katz, Sam Dement, Connie McCready (Mayor), Earl Blumenauer, Tony Meeker, Ed Whelan, Don Willner, Mike Thorne, Arthur Ireland; thoughts on Presidents Gerald Ford, Ronald Reagan, George Bush; meeting President Ford in the White House, 1974; reflections on tenure as Governor, 1980s; responding to criticism from Oregonian writer Allen Hayakawa, late 1980s.
Victor Atiyeh served as governor of Oregon from 1979-1987. This is one part of an oral history interview that was originally recorded on over 60 cassette tapes by the Oregon Historical Society. It is accompanied by a typed transcript. This portion covers: Thoughts on Representatives A. Walter Norblad, Wendell Wyatt, Edith Green, Les Aucoin; relationships between governors and the state’s federal delegation; relationships with prominent Oregon business and labor leaders while in politics; thoughts on Governor Dixie Lee Ray.
