[aBootes]

This has angered Blair to no end, and he believes that Chirac is trying to end his political career in order to become the “the voice” of the EU and elevate France’s stature.

Ya think??!!!

I like the vibes this has for the present situation, but I hope Blair also has a plan for Europe since he has to "live" there. That's an ugly situation.

[GLDNGUN]

I like the vibes this has for the present situation, but I hope Blair also has a plan for Europe since he has to "live" there. That's an ugly situation.

When this is over, Blair will likely be more popular than ever, and Chirac will be put in his place. Just as Americans are rallying now behind the prez against the UN and France, the same is/will happen in UK, especially after France's dirty work is exposed (i.e., back alley deals with Saddam).