Irving Kristol
Journalist and founder of The National Interest
Born
January 22nd, 1920
105 years ago
Died
2009
16 years ago — 89 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
United States
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A prominent American journalist, author, and academic, contributed significantly to political thought and policy discussion through various writings and publications. Founded The National Interest, a political magazine, which provided analysis and commentary on foreign policy and national security issues. Contributed to the formation of neoconservative thought in the United States, influencing political discourse during the late 20th century. Also held editorial roles in various publications, shaping the intellectual landscape of American conservatism.
Founded The National Interest
Advocated for neoconservative principles
Served as editor of Commentary magazine
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