the national review

National Review is an American conservative editorial magazine that focuses on news and commentary related to political, social, and cultural affairs. It was founded in 1955 by William F. Buckley Jr. and has long aimed to make conservative ideas respectable in a liberal-dominated intellectual environment. The magazine has featured a broad spectrum of conservative viewpoints including paleo-conservatives, neo-conservatives, libertarians, and social conservatives. It has been described as "the bible of American conservatism." The magazine has supported major conservative figures like Ronald Reagan and taken positions opposing segregation and later supporting colorblind policies and the end of affirmative action. During the Trump era, National Review's editorial board was largely critical of Donald Trump, though individual contributors expressed varied views. National Review has also been a platform for erudite and well-mannered debate within conservative intellectual circles and has expanded into online presence with various blogs covering Washington politics and other topics. It remains a leading conservative publication in the United States.