Celebrating William F. Buckley’s 100th
On October 23, we gathered in Grand Rapids with partners organizations to remember the life and legacy of William F. Buckley Jr. Two panels—The Role of Education in a Free Society and Fusionisms, Old and New—brought together scholars, writers, and teachers to examine Buckley’s enduring influence on debates about education, culture, and political life. A special presentation on Otto von Habsburg and William F. Buckley Jr. added a perspective from the standpoint of Europe.
We are grateful to the Acton Institute for hosting, and to the National Review Institute and Gerald R. Ford Presidential Foundation for co-sponsoring. Together, we took an important step toward re-engaging Buckley’s voice for our own time. Buckley was essential in helping to foster the postwar conservative intellectual movement in America—and his wit, intelligence, and civility continue to be an example to rising generations.
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