Alvin S. Felzenberg - A Man and His Presidents: The Political Odyssey of William F. Buckley Jr.

Upcoming Event
Sunday, July 30, 2017 - 3:00pm to 4:00pm

William F. Buckley Jr. (1925-2008) founded National Review, hosted Firing Line for over thirty years, and by means of his charm, argumentativeness, avid views, and extensive networking, was a major force in the rise of conservatism. Felzenberg, who teaches at the University of Pennsylvania’s Annenberg School, traces Buckley’s rise to national prominence from his upbringing in a large Catholic family similar in some ways to the Kennedys. The focus of his study, however, is Buckley’s relationships with politicians, especially presidents. Buckley was a harsh critic of Eisenhower, a close friend of Reagan, and Felzenberg delves into Buckley’s roles as advisor, provocateur, and relentless advocate of conservative ideology.

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