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From a reader who donated $50 this morning:

Thank you for my daily dose of sanity in an otherwise corrupted and compromised world of disinformation. I rely on your daily articles for the truth and for perspective. I grow tired of my beliefs and political views being ridiculed and mocked at every turn. I no longer look to politicians on my side of the aisle to effectively debate or to defend my views against liberal operatives disguised as journalists. At least I have NRO to counter the daily barrage. Not to put too much pressure on your organization, but . . . I view NRO as the front line in a battle that is larger than the two-party political rivalry. We are in a new era where the President can expressly, and repeatedly, lie to the American people and get away with it — “If you like your plan.” This is a dangerous precedent which is breeding contempt for the rule of law and the will of the people in Washington. Many of us feel that we are no longer represented by the major institutions in society (media, entertainment, education), or by our elected officials who compromise on a dime. I also look to NRO to write about the stories that are not being told. Perhaps it’s what they don’t tell the American people that is the bigger lie. I wish my donation could be greater. I am still rebuilding after closing my small business due to the recession – that supposedly ended in 2009. The inflation that does not exist is also making it harder to save for my son’s college. I won’t even bore you with my higher health insurance costs post-Obamacare. Yes, Washington’s damage trickles all the way down to the street level. Luckily, I live in America where some are not ready to let go of the dream so easily. Thank you again.

From a $25 contributor this morning:

I enjoy NR every day. Keep up the good work!

And from a reader giving $250 in the still of the night to support the future of the house William F. Buckley Jr. built:

Quite simply put, thank you. Keep standing athwart history and yelling Stop! for all of us who believe that conservatism will prevail. God bless each of us in this Christmas season and may the New Year find us healthy and strong(er)!

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