

10/2/25 - The Legacy of Buckley: Standing on the Shoulders of Giants
Oct 3, 2025
Jack Ciattarelli, a former New Jersey gubernatorial nominee and businessman, shares insights into his campaign against Mikie Sherrill. He addresses transparency issues concerning his opponent's record and proposes energy policy changes to combat high electricity rates. Tax relief is also on his agenda, advocating for reduced income taxes by trimming government waste. Ciattarelli highlights bipartisan support as key to his strategy, reflecting on his public service background and community connections in New Jersey.
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Conservatism Built On Predecessors
- Mark Levin emphasizes modern conservatives should recognize the movement's historical roots from Buckley through Goldwater to Reagan.
- He argues today’s voices often dismiss prior conservative thinkers and lack historical understanding.
Buckley's Influence On Reagan
- Mark Levin recounts William F. Buckley Jr.'s role founding National Review and advising Reagan.
- He credits Buckley with helping lay the intellectual groundwork that enabled Reagan and later Trump.
Reject Antisemitism To Protect The Movement
- Levin highlights Buckley's public stand against antisemitism inside conservatism and media.
- He contends refusing to condemn antisemitism corrodes the conservative movement's mission.