The New Neocons

Jonah has been dog-less and alone in his house for too long. Consequently, today’s Ruminant delves with unrepentant granularity into the history of neoconservatism. From its founders to its detractors, Jonah gives the full sweep, and all to grapple with a single question: Is the current crop of left-skeptic liberals—including Nellie Bowles, Yascha Mounk, John McWhorter, et al.—really just a new batch of neocons? Show Notes: —The Cult of the Presidency by Gene Healy —Michael Crowley’s profile of Joe Biden (2001) —“Civil Liberties” by Irving Kristol —“The American Revolution as a Successful Revolution” by Irving Kristol —The Remnant with Nellie Bowles —The Remnant with Yascha Monunk —The Remnant with John McWhorter —The Remnant with Jonathan Haidt —The Remnant with Richard Reeves The Remnant is a production of The Dispatch, a digital media company covering politics, policy, and culture from a non-partisan, conservative perspective. To access all of The Dispatch’s offerings—including Jonah’s G-File newsletter, weekly livestreams, and other members-only content—click here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices