Wednesday, February 27, 2008

Willam F Buckley Jr - Intellectual Powerhouse

Another one of my idols passes away.

William F Buckley Jr died today.

I distinctly remember reading his writings in high school as the Regan Revolution ripped through American politics. In college I watched him on tv and was dazzled by his command of the English language and his distinct diction.

He took the conservative movement (the Regan brand) to new intellectual heights and provided visceral, verbose fire power against the Liberal ideology.

I did not agree with him on some issues but there was enough agreement to have his words shape my political views.

I can't wait for the complete collection of his essays and articles to come out!!

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