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How William Buckley shaped the American right, with Sam Tanenhaus

The Vital Center

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Roots of Influence: A Political Awakening

This chapter explores the speaker's formative years in Staten Island, influenced by a politically active father and the turbulent backdrop of the Vietnam War. It examines how family heritage, literary pursuits, and personal anecdotes shaped their worldview and passion for politics and writing.

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