One of the few positive things to have happened is that "Neocons" have been thoroughly discredited
Really? How so?
The Iraq war is seen as a Neocon concept. Therefor they lose all those who are against the war. Second, Neocons like Kristol and Aldlemaon, were quick to abandon the administration as soon as we had a few causualties in Iraq, thereby losing the support of those of us who believe that you don't start a war unless you have the stamina to win it. Therefore, I'd say they are thoroughly discredited. If you don't agree, please tell me who is taking those people seriously.