“My father firmly embraced the Ralph Kramden philosophy: he was king of his Levittown castle. He worked hard, and his family deferred to his wishes. Except me. I did not defer and was disciplined accordingly.”

American conservative commentator, journalist, author, and television host

Bill O'Reilly is an American conservative commentator, journalist, author, and television host. He is known for his long career in broadcast news and opinion-based television, as well as for his books and public commentary. O'Reilly built a wide audience through his work in television and print, where he became a familiar conservative voice in American media. His writing and on-air commentary often focus on politics, current affairs, and public debate.