I cannot believe I am defending Blair, but he has been stalwart throughout this whole ordeal, when it would have been remarkably easy for him personally to simply play politics.
I think he is wrong on many issues, but I give him credit for having his eyes open to the threats facing the world and the courage to act in a manner which will cause him political harm but just may save his nation's future.
I agree with you about Blair. He always reminded me of Clinton without the libido. Lady Thatcher he ain't.
That said - he's played an invaluable role in marshalling the non-Axis of Weasel Euros to our side.
And I beleive he'll stick with us even if it emperils his position at the head of his party.