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One doesn't read Jane Austen one re-reads Jane Austen.
William F. Buckley, Jr.
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William F. Buckley, Jr.
Age: 82 †
Born: 1925
Born: November 24
Died: 2008
Died: February 27
Journalist
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Politician
Television Presenter
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New York City
New York
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To buy very good wine nowadays requires only money. To serve it to your guests is a sign of fatigue.
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I won't insult your intelligence by suggesting that you really believe what you just said.
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I would like to electrocute everyone who uses the word 'fair' in connection with income tax policies.
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