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• William F. Buckley, Jr.:

  I profoundly believe it takes a lot of practice to become a moral slob.

• William F. Buckley, Jr.:

  Idealism is fine, but as it approaches reality, the costs become prohibitive.

• William F. Buckley, Jr.:

  We love your adherence to democratic principles.

• William F. Buckley, Jr.:

  Back in the thirties we were told we must collectivize the nation because the people were so poor.

• William F. Buckley, Jr.:

  Some of my instincts are reprehensible.

• William F. Buckley, Jr.:

  Scientists are people who build the Brooklyn Bridge and then buy it.

• William F. Buckley, Jr.:

  The best defense against usurpatory government is an assertive citizenry.

• William F. Buckley, Jr.:

  A Conservative is a fellow who is standing athwart history yelling 'Stop!'

• William F. Buckley, Jr.:

  There is an inverse relationship between reliance on the state and self-reliance.

• William F. Buckley, Jr.:

  It is not a sign of arrogance for the king to rule. That is what he is there for.