von Kuehnelt-Leddihn Erik

Erik Maria Ritter von Kuehnelt-Leddihn was an Austrian Catholic nobleman and socio-political theorist, describing himself as an "extreme conservative arch-liberal." He often argued that majority rule in democracies poses a threat to individual liberties, positioning himself as a monarchist and an opponent of all forms of totalitarianism. Known for his encyclopedic knowledge of the humanities and fluency in numerous languages, his early works became influential within the American conservative movement. Kuehnelt-Leddihn also served as a long-time columnist for National Review, sharing his distinctive perspectives.