
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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