Posted on 08/19/2004 2:13:19 AM PDT by Stoat
BILL Clinton has accused Tony Blair of "betraying" him over the way he backed the Iraq War.
The former President has privately told Democratic Party friends Mr Blair should have challenged George Bush more.
A senior Labour source who visited Democrats in the US revealed: "Clinton feels betrayed by what Blair did.
"He feels the PM gave Bush respectable cover for the war and under- estimated his influence, which could have been put to better uses.
"But he has made it clear he's not going to hold a grudge."
Senior Democrats are dismayed at the closeness between the PM and Republican Mr Bush - and his failure to publicly back Democrat presidential candidate John Kerry.
They have assured Labour figures they will "not hold a grudge" if they win November's elections.
But ex-Foreign Secretary Robin Cook hinted Labour's relationship with the Democrats could be wrecked.
He said: "They're confident they're going to win.
"This is good news for the world but not unalloyed joy for Tony Blair."
Two months ago ex- Democrat presidential hopeful Howard Dean said: "We don't know what to make of Tony Blair.
"He was a strong friend of Clinton, now he's an ally with President Bush."
ROFLOL!! Good grief.
Hey clinton.
Put some ice on it.
SAY WHAT?
As much as most British politicians love Democrats, they should make Clinton their next prime minister. ...or secretary general. He/she could communicate with them on their own level.
Blair: You ignorant twit, it's not about you. Shove it!
Sociopath, chronic liar, narcissist Clinton has the gall to criticize anyone? Setting the stage for Kerry's loss. Clinton and Hill are rubbing hands with anticipation.
I hope it bloody hurts him, the tosser.
Regards, Ivan
This is the crux of the Dem problem. They think it is about them and not about America. Unless they are running the country, to hell with it. Then again, when they ARE running the country, to hell with. Screw the traiterous bastards.
 This is extremely hot news if true. This sounds like Clinton was meddling in foreign affairs, trying to undermine the foreign policy of the elected President. Was he also talking to Chirac? How about Saddam? Was Clinton running around behind the scenes trying to undermine Bush's presidency? What exactly was going on here? |
I'm glad Clinton feels betrayed. It's a reminder of how good a friend Tont Blair really is.
BILL Clinton has accused Tony Blair of "betraying" him over the way he backed the Iraq War
STFU
Hey Bill your out, you didnt do anything but be distracted in your eight years -now clam up your mouth
The lowlife, rapist, cokehead, scumbag, liar, dissembling, disgraced, impeached ex-president Bubba Jeffy Klintoon still thinks it's all about him, doesn't he?
If I'd say what I really think, I'd get into trouble here. So I won't...
Why should Blair deal with Bush differently because of Clinton? In case X43 hasn't realized it, he's no longer president, and his opinion means nothing to Blair, frankly.
Bullocks!
LOL - love it!!!
In other words, Clinton believes policy in Iraq should be dominated by domestic political considerations. But we already knew that.
No, he was a strong friend of AMERICA.
Still is.
Though, I'd be willing to bet if Blair considers either leader a friend, it is G.W.
My estimation of Blair couldn't be higher. I'm not sure his country deserves him based on the reactions of Gov Officials (Tory or Labour) and population, but they have been blessed to have a leader similiar to G.W. in that he will sacrifice his career if it will ensure their safety.
Jimmy Carter did it throughout the run up to the Iraq War, and is still doing it. Before this administration, Kerry did it at least twice. First, when he met with the North Viet Namese at the Paris talks (during the Nixon administration); and, second, when he mwt with Daniel Ortega (during the Reagan administration). There are examples up many other Democrats doing the same. Their support for the Marxist government of Ortega in Nicaragua is the most notable in this regard. Remember Texas congressman (as Speaker of the House) Jim Wright.
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