'Real estate forum: west coast report' news brief on new Oregon industrial and commercial investments including the building of a new Japanese fiber optics plant.
'Oregon credits land-use plan with economic growth' news article from Oregon newspaper on land-use laws and Atiyeh's influence on new Japanese business.
'State wins good name abroad: Japanese like to do business in Oregon' news article from an Oregon newspaper describes Japanese opinions on business investments in Oregon.
'Different perspectives on growth in the west' editorial from an Colorado newspaper contrasting Oregon's approach to attracting Japanese investments compared to Colorado.
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: Timber, agriculture, and tourism as economic base in Oregon, mid 1980s; diversifying Oregon's economy while Governor; thoughts on federal military bases in Oregon, mid 1980s; comparing taxes in Oregon and Washington; competition with Washington over manufacturing companies, mid 1980s; legislative politics in Oregon, early 1990s; working with Vera Katz and John Kitzhaber in 1985 legislative session; establishment of a Columbia River Gorge Commission, 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: Establishing a trade mission to Japan, 1984; 'From Oregon With Love' Japanese television series, 1984; business relationship with Japan, mid 1980s; relationship with Mike Mansfield, former United States ambassador to Japan, mid 1980s; benefits of being in an economic trade zone in China, mid 1980s; trip to Japan, 1985; meeting with representatives from Sharp-RCA and Sony corporations, 1985; thoughts on Oregon Director of Economic Development, John Anderson, mid 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: Treatment of Palestine by other Arab Nations, early 1990s; Palestinian-Israeli conflict, early 1990s; accomplishments of Israel trip, 1984; response to criticism of the Middle East, 1984; Tongue Point owned by State of Oregon, 1984; productivity of Oregon maritime shipping ports, 1980s and early 1990s; trip to Taiwan, China, and Korea, fall 1984; establishing trade relations with Taiwan and China; Proclamation of Establishment of Sister-State Relationship between Oregon and Providence of Taiwan of China; Taiwan-China conflict, mid 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: Obtaining a .38 Smith and Wesson gun in Syria, 1984; trip to Israel, 1984; impressions and experiences of violence and propaganda in Israel, 1984; Palestinian-Israeli conflict, mid 1980s; global threat of terrorism, early 1990s; Atiyeh's personal position on Israel and peace in the Middle East, 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: Memories of visit to his father's village of Amar, Syria, 1984; visit to Krak des Chevaliers, mid 1980s; family living in Syria, mid 1980s; geography of Syria, Lebanon, Palestine; second trip to Syria: delegation of Parliamentarians, 1985; flying from Taiwan to Damascus in 1985; Conference of Parliamentarians in Syria, 1985; trip to Cyprus, 1984.
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: Meeting with President Assad in Syria, 1984; President Assad and the First Persian Gulf War, early 1990s; economy in Syria, mid 1980s; media coverage of Israel and Palestinians, mid 1980s; description of trip to Damascus, mid 1980s; gold and exchange rate in Syria, mid 1980s; buying swords, bracelets, and other items in Syria, mid 1980s; trip to Homs and Amar, 1984.
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: Visit to Quneitra on Middle East trip, 1984; difference between Israeli and Syrian version of the events that occurred at the Village of Quneitra; visit to Syria and meeting with President Assad, 1984; conversation with President Assad on terrorism in Middle East, 1984; thoughts on meeting President Assad, 1984, 1985 trips; Atiyeh's last trip to Syria, 1987; meeting with President Assad in 1987; how Atiyeh became an
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: Playing in Hawaiian Open Golf Tournament, 1984; trip to Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Syria, and Israel, 1984; personal feelings, trade delegation, and meeting with foreign dignitaries on Middle East trip, 1984; thoughts on Israel-United States relations; security while on Middle East Trip, 1984; personal views on peace in the Middle East; visit to
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: Bohemian Grove Retreat, mid 1980s; Atiyeh's involvement with primary and general election of 1984; thoughts on Mark Hatfield; increase in property taxes, 1984; Atiyeh's role in boosting Oregon economic development; meeting with Chinese Premier, Zhao Ziyang, San Francisco, 1984; invitations Atiyeh received while Governor; announcement of Far East trip, 1984.
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: NEC Corporation building a plant in Oregon, mid 1980s; special legislative session of July 1984 on unitary tax and Japan; one year tax break to Washington residents who work in Oregon; Washington's Public Power Supply System bond default, mid 1980s; history and creation of Opal Creek Wilderness Area, mid 1980s; Opal Creek in 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: Reforming juvenile court, 1983; failed building of a Governor's residence, 1983; failed ban on private fisheries, 1983; special legislative session of 1983: a State constitutional sales tax; vetoing bills in the 1983 legislative session; special legislative session, July 1984; unitary tax and Japan.
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: Issues of the 1983 legislative session: property tax relief, State Accident Insurance Fund (SAIF), Police and Firefighter benefits; consumer protection laws, 1983; Atiyeh's personal philosophy on consumer protection laws; relationship with consumer protection group Fair Share, 1983; arranging meetings with demonstrators; legislation that prevented utilities from shutting off services, 1983; landlord-tenant laws, 1983; seatbelt laws for children, 1983; establishing trade office in Japan, early 1980s; working toward economic diversification in Oregon, early 1980s; budgeting for State Parks and State Police; Oregon Arts Commission, early 1980s; Art and Music in Oregon politics, 1970s-1980s; Atiyeh's personal thoughts on art; senior citizen homestead referral program, early 1980s; defeat of a citizens board to represent public at utility hearings; Oregon Liquor Control Commission.
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: Governor's Office Budget, 1983; Atiyeh's refusal to meet with Irv Fletcher of the American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations; National Governor's Association meeting, 1983; impressions of Governors: Scott Matheson of Utah, Jim Thompson of Illinois, Richard Thornburg of Pennsylvania, Bruce Bassett of Arizona, Tony Anaya of New Mexico, Joseph Brennan of Maine; Western Governor's Conference, 1983; thoughts on George Ariyoshi of Hawaii and Dick Lamm of Colorado; Atiyeh as chair of Western Governor's Conference, 1983; proposed land swap between the State of Oregon and Federal Government; thoughts on Secretary of Interior James Watt.
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: Embarrassing moments as politician; changes in 1983 legislature; State of the State address, 1983; Seven Point crime plan, 1983; Net Receipts Tax, 1983; potential sales tax,1983; funding Oregon State Parks, mid-1980s; Governor's Office budget.
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: Ronald Reagan's trip to Klamath Falls and Atiyeh's ride on Air Force 1; election results of 1982; reflection of the campaign and election for Governor, 1982; campaign financing and expenditures, 1982 election; Political Action Committees, 1982 election; Lee Johnson leaving staff, 1982.
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: Land Conservation and Development Commission, early 1980s; Oregon infrastructure development; helping the forest products industry, early 1980s; crime prevention in second term; The Matrix System of punishment; taxes and the deficit of the 1980s; letter from Atiyeh to the White House about the deficit, 1982; relationship with Republican party during 1982 election; Ronald Reagan visiting Oregon, 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: Pardoning of Duane Samples, 1982; interview with 60 Minutes and Mike Wallace, 1982; thoughts on Kulongoski's plan to invest portions of state employee pensions; divestment from South African companies, early 1980s; problems African Americans have in America; support for longshoremen and timber exports; platform for his second term as Governor.
