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William F. Buckley
Posted: Wed Feb 27, 2008 4:36 pm
by Stan Austin
Buckley died yesterday. I always used his arguments as a test of my stands.
As a writer (which I am trying to be) I was enthralled with his books.
Many years ago, I thought if I could be brought back again, I'd like to be a liberal William F. Buckley.
For a conservative, I thought he was UBER COOL.
S. Austin
Posted: Wed Feb 27, 2008 5:08 pm
by Mike Deneen
During my lifetime the conservative movement has degenerated from the dignity of "Firing Line" to the angry rantings of clowns like Bill Cunningham.
Posted: Thu Feb 28, 2008 2:44 pm
by Donald Farris
Hi,
The man wrote some amazing books on sailing. His words painted a picture of the beauty of ocean sailing that to this day can create a massive case of wanderlust for me.
Rest in Peace, Mr. Buckley and Thank you for your words.
Re: William F. Buckley
Posted: Tue Mar 04, 2008 9:34 pm
by Dustin James
Stan Austin wrote:Buckley died yesterday. I always used his arguments as a test of my stands.
As a writer (which I am trying to be) I was enthralled with his books.
Many years ago, I thought if I could be brought back again, I'd like to be a liberal William F. Buckley.
For a conservative, I thought he was UBER COOL.
S. Austin
I agree. Not sure what he may have thought of your liberal incarnation part, but he was wise enough to know the difference and not care.
Rest in peace Bill.
Posted: Tue Mar 04, 2008 9:35 pm
by David Lay
Newsweek has an interesting cover story about him this week.