Neo-Conservatives (neocons), while increasingly visible, remain a relatively rare species. The much more common Neo-Liberal/Neo-Wilsonian (neolib) can be mistaken for a neocon. Indeed, neocons often masquerade as neolibs and neolibs are sometimes misled into supporting neocons. Since the two species often look and talk alike, it is necessary to observe them in action to tell them apart. Use the table below to distinguish the two species apart.
Role in the world
Neocons - We are the #1 military power, the only superpower. We owe it to ourselves to use that power to establish a Pax America, exporting democracy and freedom to the world. God and Halliburton would want it that way. Plus, there is a lot of money to be made.
Neolibs - We have a moral duty to bring the blessings of freedom and democracy to the world. This may be messy at times, but will benefit the world and those suffering under corrupt and despotic regimes. To enjoy our position without concern for others is immoral.
The extended part grew too large (and I couldn't recreate the tables) so I have left them offsite at
my website.