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Blair gets ready to say "sorry".

Authors :
Kampfner, John
Source :
New Statesman. 6/21/2004, Vol. 133 Issue 4693, p12-13. 2p. 1 Color Photograph.
Publication Year :
2004

Abstract

Focuses on British Prime Minister Tony Blair and his position on Iraq. Blair's belief that history will vindicate his decision to go to war in Iraq; Indication by Blair's advisers that he may express regret for misleading the country regarding the mistaken intelligence on Saddam Hussein's chemical and biological weapons; Hopes for improved security in Iraq and reduced press coverage of the subject; Difficulties disconnecting Iraq from broader discontent with the government, and Blair in particular; Argument of David Blunkett, one of several influential cabinet figures who do not share Blair's scenario; Belief of a sizeable part of the Parliamentary Labour Party that Blair's position remains vulnerable; Blair's strategy; Outlook.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
13647431
Volume :
133
Issue :
4693
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
New Statesman
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
13478383