William Francis Buckley (William F. Buckley, Jr.) Quotes

Mr. Rockefeller is due to entertain munificently at breakfast, and make his pitch. My advice to one invited guest was: Order caviar, and then say No.

William Francis Buckley

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• Mr. Rockefeller is due to entertain munificently at breakfast, and make his pitch. My advice to one invited guest was: Order caviar, and then say No.

  

  William Francis Buckley
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  • Breakfast
  • Guests