Barry Goldwater, Conscience of a Quotes
A collection of quotes by Barry Goldwater, Conscience of a.
Barry Goldwater, known as the "Conscience of a Conservative," was a prominent American politician and businessman. Born on January 2, 1909, in Phoenix, Arizona, he grew up in a politically active family that ran a successful department store. Goldwater attended public schools and later studied business at the University of Arizona, becoming involved in his family's business.
In the 1930s, Goldwater became interested in aviation and became a successful pilot. During World War II, he joined the U.S. Army Air Corps and served as a major, flying combat missions in the Pacific Theater. After the war, Goldwater became increasingly involved in politics, eventually running for office as a Republican.
Throughout his political career, Goldwater championed conservative principles, advocating for limited government, individual liberty, and a strong national defense. He served as a U.S. Senator from Arizona for five terms, from 1953 to 1965 and 1969 to 1987. Goldwater ran for President of the United States in 1964 and secured the Republican Party's nomination, although he ultimately lost to incumbent President Lyndon B. Johnson.
Despite his loss, Goldwater is widely regarded as the catalyst for the conservative movement in American politics. His book, "The Conscience of a Conservative," published in 1960, became a foundational text for conservatives and remains influential to this day. Goldwater's unwavering commitment to conservative values and principles earned him the accolade of being the "Conscience of a Conservative." He passed away on May 29, 1998, leaving a lasting impact on American politics and conservative ideology.
