Political columnist Robert Novak, a diehard conservative, pugilistic debater and proud owner of the "Prince of Darkness" moniker, died yesterday after a battle with brain cancer. He was 78."I had a terrific time fulfilling all my youthful dreams and at the same time making life miserable for hypocritical, posturing politicians and, I hope, performing a service for my country," Novak wrote in his memoir, "The Prince of Darkness: 50 Years reporting in Washington.""Always love your country -- but never trust your government," he would tell young people as they started out on their lives as adults."That should not be misunderstood . . . What I am advocating is to not expect too much from government and be wary of its power, even the power of a democratic government in a free country."Ours is one of the mildest, most benevolent governments in the world. But it, too, has the power to take your wealth and forfeit your life . . . A government that can give you everything can take everything away."A son of Jewish parents, he converted to Catholicism at age 67 after attending Catholic services for several years.
Rest in peace, Bob.
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