What's the difference between a liberal and leftist? About three bong rips. Seriously though here are the differences; Liberals believe AOC and Bernie are radical leftists. Leftists believe AOC and Bernie are centrists. Liberals believe people who voted third-party are to blame for Trump getting elected. Leftists believe the Democrats are just diet Republicans. Liberals believe in capitalism Leftists believe in socialism Liberals wear suits Leftists wear battle jackets. ,🖤🦝