Conservatives celebrate appointment of David Keene as Washington Times opinion editor

A roundup of reaction around Washington to the appointment Sunday of David Keene as the Washington Times opinion editor:

Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich:

?David Keene has been a major voice defining conservatism in America for the last generation.?

TV and radio host and author Glenn Beck:

?David has a keen understanding of our nation?s incredible history and the important issues facing our country today. He will do a wonderful job informing and enlightening The Washington Times? readers.?

Former United Nations Ambassador John R. Bolton:

?This is a great coup for The Times. No one knows Washington better than Dave.?

Carly Fiorina, former Hewlett-Packard CEO and current American Conservative Union board member:

?David Keene is a superb choice. He has both wisdom and perspective ? two rare qualities in today?s world. I congratulate The Washington Times for its decision and wish David all the best in his exciting new role.?

U.S. Sen. Mike Lee, Utah Republican:

?David Keene is a man of strong intellect who is deeply committed to principles that have made this country great; The Washington Times will benefit tremendously from his insight and leadership.?

American Civil Liberties Union Washington Director Laura W. Murphy:

?David Keene brings a searching intellect to the editorial page of The Washington Times. He embraces all thoughtful arguments when making decisions, even those that don?t emanate from his typical allies. That openness to other points of view is what every worthy newspaper editorial page requires.?

National Review Editor Rich Lowry:

?My heartiest congratulations to David Keene. He is a friend of liberty and of the Constitution who has battled tirelessly for conservative ideas and will continue to do so at The Times. The paper is lucky to have him.?

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