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What does it mean?
Hitchens states support for Paul Wolfowitz is a test of authenticity within the neoconservative movement.
In plain terms
Supporting Wolfowitz shows you are a true neoconservative.
What can you take from it?
Endorsement of key figures signals ideological loyalty.

Where it applies

  • political analysis
  • ideological debates
  • movement dynamics

Putting it to work

  • identify allies
  • check alignment
  • evaluate figures

Questions to consider

  • What defines a movement?
  • How do we test loyalty?

Another view

Loyalty to individuals may not reflect policy substance.

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