President Jimmy Carter nominated Griffin Bell as attorney general in 1976 . Bell credited with helping restore confidence in Justice Department in late 1970s . His ` ` integrity , professionalism , and charm '' valued across party lines , Carter said . Griffin Bell is sworn in as attorney general in January 1977 . In 2004 , he was listed among the Dems who endorsed Bush for re - election .
President Jimmy Carter nominated Griffin Bell as attorney general in 1976 . Bell credited with helping restore confidence in Justice Department in late 1970s . His ` ` integrity , professionalism , and charm '' valued across party lines , Carter said . In 2004 , he was listed among the Dems who endorsed Bush for re - election .