This rightwing jerkoff got a postage stamp.

He helped define modern American conservatism

USPS releases its William F. Buckley Jr. stamp

The Postal Service will release a stamp honoring William F. Buckley Jr. on Tuesday, Sept. 9. Buckley helped define modern American conservatism as an influential writer, political commentator and novelist. He was known for his sharp intellect, eloquence, wit and ability to unite different conservative voices.

He founded National Review magazine in 1955 to strengthen conservatism at a time when liberalism dominated U.S. politics. Within a decade, it became the nation’s most influential conservative publication. From 1966 to 1999, Buckley served as host of “Firing Line,” a weekly public television program that featured spirited conversations with guests from across the political spectrum and engaged conservative and liberal viewers alike.

His television and magazine platforms helped shape the conservative movement into a formidable political force that continues today. Buckley, who also authored more than 50 books, died in 2008. The stamp design features a black-and-white portrait of Buckley created by artist Dale Stephanos that is based on a 1960s photograph by Steve Schapiro. Greg Breeding, an art director for USPS, designed the stamp.

The William F. Buckley Jr. stamp will be available in panes of 20 at Post Offices and usps.com.