william f buckley

“ One must bear in mind that the expansion of federal activity is a form of eating for politicians. ”

“ I won't insult your intelligence by suggesting that you really believe what you just said. ”

“ The socialized state is to justice, order, and freedom what the Marquis de Sade is to love. ”

“ Truth is a demure lady, much too ladylike to knock you on your head and drag you to her cave. She is there, but people must want her, and seek her out. ”

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

“ I will not cede more power to the state. ”

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

“ Nobody who's ever been to Gulag is a pacifist. ”

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

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