RIP: William F. Buckley Jr.
I don't qualify myself as belonging to either the left or right side of the political spectrum; if the spectrum had a third dimension I would probably have a better time finding my alignment there. Regardless, while I didn't subscribe or agree with Mr. Buckley's politics, I admired his mind and the forthright intelligence he brought to televised debate.
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He was a pompous git, but yes, a brilliant mind and debater.I used to really enjoy watching him tear the layers away at an issue and challenge others to clarify their point.
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ReplyDeleteIrritated by attorney Mark Lane's questions, Buckley asked the judge: "Your Honor, when he asks a ludicrous question, how am I supposed to behave?"
In response to another of Lane's questions, Buckley said: "I decline to answer that question; it's too stupid."
When asked if he had "referred to Jesse Jackson as an ignoramus," Buckley said, "If I didn't, I should have."
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He was pithy and pretentious but, you are correct, he was brilliant.
ReplyDeleteI wish we all had the courage to be that forthright!
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