HARDtalk USA - Norman Podhoretz

Are the neo-conservatives losing their influence?

Stephen Sackur talks to a leading neo-conservative, Norman Podhoretz.

George Bush's presidency has been defined by big ideas such as America's duty to fight a global pre-emptive battle against terrorism for democracy.

These ideas come with a name: Neo-conservatism.

Norman Podhoretz is one of America's most influential neo-conservatives.

But after the war in Iraq, are they in full retreat?

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