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William Frank Buckley Jr. (born William Francis Buckley; November 24, 1925 – February 27, 2008) was an American conservative writer, public intellectual, and political commentator. Born in New York City, Buckley spoke Spanish as his first language before learning French and then English as a child.
Mar 19, 2024 · Learn about the life and achievements of William F. Buckley, Jr., one of the founders of the modern conservative movement and the host of “Firing Line.” Explore his books, debates, political involvement and legacy in this timeline.
May 31, 2024 · William F. Buckley, Jr. (1925–2008), American editor, author, and conservative gadfly who became an important intellectual influence in conservative politics in the United States. He founded the magazine National Review in 1955, and he hosted the television program Firing Line from 1966 to 1999.
Feb 27, 2008 · Feb. 27, 2008. William F. Buckley Jr., who marshaled polysyllabic exuberance, famously arched eyebrows and a refined, perspicacious mind to elevate conservatism to the center of American...
May 13, 2017 · How did the conservative editor and intellectual change from a defender of racial discrimination to an advocate of affirmative action and African-American empowerment? This article traces his transformation from his 1957 editorial "Why the South Must Prevail" to his 1965 mayoral campaign and beyond.
Learn about the life and achievements of William F. Buckley Jr., the founder of National Review magazine, the author of 40 books, and the host of Firing Line. He was a conservative political commentator, a Yale graduate, and a presidential medal of freedom recipient.
Feb 28, 2008 · William F. Buckley Jr., the columnist, novelist, television talk show host and tireless intellectual who founded the modern conservative movement and was its articulate voice for nearly six ...
