William F. Buckley, Jr. Quotes & Sayings (Page 2)
William F. Buckley, Jr. quotes and sayings page 2 (journalist). Here's quote # 11 through 20 out of the 28 we have.
“Idealism is fine, but as it approaches reality, the costs become prohibitive.”
“I get satisfaction of three kinds. One is creating something, one is being paid for it and one is the feeling that I haven't just been sitting on my ass all afternoon.”
“The best defense against usurpatory government is an assertive citizenry.”
“I would like to electrocute everyone who uses the word 'fair' in connection with income tax policies.”
“Scientists are people who build the Brooklyn Bridge and then buy it.”
“Back in the thirties we were told we must collectivize the nation because the people were so poor. Now we are told we must collectivize the nation because the people are so rich.”
“I would like to take you seriously, but to do so would affront your intelligence.”
“One must bear in mind that the expansion of federal activity is a form of eating for politicians.”
“Life can't be all bad when for ten dollars you can buy all the Beethoven sonatas and listen to them for ten years.”
“I profoundly believe it takes a lot of practice to become a moral slob.”
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