What distinguishes a Republican from a Neocon?

The purpose of this topic is to learn about the line that seperates the two.

In your mind, how would you illustrate the differences between an average republican and a neocon in terms of philosophical stance on various issues? At what point of extremism on a given issue would republican philosophy become neocon philosophy?

(Note:for the purpose of this discussion, "neocon" refers to someone who has embraced conservative views to such a degree that the average republican would consider their views differnt from them i.e. killing abortion doctors)


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