HOLLIS, N.H.
Hamlet’s line about the late Yorick came to mind when I heard that former Washington Times editorial page editor Tony Blankley had died at age 63.
He was, among many other things, a splendid peacock in his wardrobe, giving no heed to those in Washington who suppose that influential men should limit their suits to dull grays and somber blues. I would often be out in front of the office having a cigarette break when Blankley arrived for work or returned from an event downtown, and we would sometimes have brief, lively discussions of policy or political issues.
Blankley became, for a few years, the most visible public face of the newspaper. When I would go to a conservative gathering and people would inquire where I worked, my reply that I worked at the Times would often elicit the response, “Oh, The Washington Times! I love Tony Blankley!”
He will be missed. R.I.P.
My condolences Stace.
When I heard about this earlier today, I wondered how you would remember him. This is…..good.
Today’s Blog Post “Color Virginia Red” explores the recent voting history of Virginia and it’s implications for the 2012 election…
http://commoncts.blogspot.com/2012/01/color-virginia-red.html
RIP. Condolences to his family.
RIP a Great voice for clarity.
I remember the last couple of times I saw him on some program I thought he wasn’t looking well but put it down to aging. Sorry for the loss of your friend. Too bad there aren’t more like him, or for that matter more papers like the Post.
I was sorry to hear of this. He was an excellent debater and seemed to be a real old school gentleman.
He was one of those rare people who can remain a class act amidst the corruption of Washington.
RIP.
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Gentle Rest, Mr. Blankley.