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"Idealism is fine, but as it approaches reality, the costs become prohibitive." -
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William F. Buckley
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Top 5 quotes from William F. Buckley
"The best defense against usurpatory government is an assertive citizenry."
"We are so concerned to flatter the majority that we lose sight of how very often it is necessary, in order to preserve freedom for the minority, let alone for the individual, to face that majority down."
"I would like to take you seriously, but to do so would affront your intelligence."
"I would like to electrocute everyone who uses the word 'fair' in connection with income tax policies."
"I profoundly believe it takes a lot of practice to become a moral slob."
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"Sex and creativity are often seen by dictators as subversive activities."
"Everything in the world may be endured except continued prosperity."
"Man has almost constant occasion for the help of his brethren, and it is in vain for him to expect it from their benevolence only."
"Every individual...generally, indeed, neither intends to promote the public interest, nor knows how much he is promoting it. By preferring the support of domestic to that of foreign industry he intends only his own security; and by directing that industry in such a manner as its produce may be of the greatest value, he intends only his own gain, and he is in this, as in many other cases, led by an invisible hand to promote an end which was no part of his intention."
"My second favorite household chore is ironing. My first being hitting my head on the top bunk bed until I faint."
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