Quote by William F. Buckley (1925-2008)

• I would like to take you seriously, but to do so would affront your intelligence.

• Knee-jerk liberals and all the certified saints of sanctified humanism are quick to condemn this great and much-maligned Transylvanian statesman.

• I would like to electrocute everyone who uses the word 'fair' in connection with income tax policies.

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

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

• The best defense against usurpatory government is an assertive citizenry.