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Er…we were only joking (nervous giggle)

I disagree with those people who claim that Tony Blair is delusional or psychotic. I think he might have a better grip on reality than many of his detractors claim. For example, he appears to be under no illusions about how unpopular both he and his wretched government have become:

Tony Blair has put off the launch of a plan to compel every Briton to hold an ID card in response to fears that it will turn into an expensive and frustrating assault on liberty.

But why should this exercise prove either ‘expensive’ or ‘frustrating’ if, as Mr.Blunkett assures us, the ‘vast majority’ of the public are in favour of the scheme?

I suspect that the truth is grubbier but no less welcome. A weakened and frightened Tony Blair realises that if Blunkett is allowed to press ahead with his despotic little plans the result will be widespread civil disobedience and a PR disaster.

Maybe we can still win this.

2 comments to Er…we were only joking (nervous giggle)

  • It’s ironic how concerned Big Blunkett was that his plans not be leaked. Apparently his privacy is to be protected whilst ours is violated.

  • Mark Ellott

    This has the 1996 fiasco written all over it….

    So is anyone taking bets as to which autumn it will be revived?????

    It will, of course. There is always some fool who thinks it’s a good idea.