William F. Buckley Jr.
American, 1925 - 2008
Founder and Chief Editor of the National Review (1955)
TV Host of Firing Line (1966-1999)
New York Mayoral Candidate (1965)
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William F. Buckley Jr. was a conservative commentator who founded National Review magazine in 1955 and hosted the television show Firing Lane from 1966 until 1999. Buckley ran for mayor of New York City as the Conservative Party's candidate in 1965, but was defeated by Republican Congressman John Lindsay. Buckley authored more than 50 books throughout his career and his daily column "On the Right" was reprinted in over 300 newspapers.
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New York Mayoral Candidate (1965)
Author
William F. Buckley Jr. was a conservative commentator who founded National Review magazine in 1955 and hosted the television show Firing Lane from 1966 until 1999. Buckley ran for mayor of New York City as the Conservative Party's candidate in 1965, but was defeated by Republican Congressman John Lindsay. Buckley authored more than 50 books throughout his career and his daily column "On the Right" was reprinted in over 300 newspapers.
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