Declared an outstanding freshman senator by his peers in 1965, Atiyeh quickly became active in a variety of Senate committees, with a particular focus on tax issues and education. By 1971, he had been elected as Minority Leader.
Atiyeh Discussing a Bill
Republican Senate Caucus
Senator Atiyeh and President Ford
Atiyeh on Senate Floor
Atiyeh Senate Speech
Atiyeh and Fellow Senator