James Buckley (politician)

James Buckley was an American politician and lawyer who served as a U.S. Senator from New York from 1971 to 1977. He was a member of the Conservative Party and was known for his conservative viewpoints, advocating for limited government and fiscal responsibility. Prior to his Senate term, he was a judge and attorney. Buckley’s political career was marked by his commitment to conservative principles during a period of significant social and political change in the U.S., and he played a role in shaping conservative policies in New York during the 1970s.