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Entry: William F. Buckley Jr.-- R.I.P. Link: http://www.takimag.com/blogs/article/william_f_buckley_jr_rip#18196 Post contents: I agree with most of what you have written, as I too read NR religiously from 60s till early 90s. But it should be kept in mind that he and his magazine were also rigid gate keepers of their perceived conservatism. No inclusion for Randians, Birchers, conspiratorialists,and other's of different right-of-center opinions. But his personal friendships were inclusive of the right, left, or powerful. Referring to southern fans of his who were something of less than stellar in their education and class, he said "I am not of their breed." An elitist, arrogant statement that showed his disdain for the mere citizen conservative and patriot. The question must be asked: What was Buckley's real purpose and function? Sent at: 2008 09 07