Bill Kristol — ink portrait
§ The minds · b. 1952 · United States · Editor & commentator

Bill Kristol

The Weekly Standard

Second-generation neoconservatism.

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Irving's son, whose 'Weekly Standard' carried neoconservatism into the 21st century with a doctrine of 'national greatness' and assertive intervention abroad.

social

Culturally conservative, later a fierce anti-populist.

economic

Market economics and tax-cutting growth.

governance

Interventionist 'national greatness' conservatism.

Notable for
  • Founded 'The Weekly Standard'
  • 'National greatness' conservatism
  • Iraq War advocacy
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