The "Project for a New American Century" contains the stated goals (in their own words) of the NeoCons who comprise the majority of the present US administration. The fact that they weren't in power when they wrote their statement of purpose is irrelevant. What is relevant is that they are right on schedule in accomplishing their goals. If that weren't the case it might be possible to say that political considerations provide a moderating effect. Since they are following the plan outlined in the "Project for a New American Century" pretty much to the letter, we can be quite confident that political considerations have not, so far, had any dampening effect on the actions of these people.