BLAIR IS BACK

Tony Blair was back today in his old constituency Sedgefield, addressing the local party faithful. His aim was to support the New Labour general election campaign, and in particular declare his support for Prime Minister Brown.

I found his appearance and manner quite a shock.

He was tanned, looked rather haggard, and seemed to be speaking with a sort of partial American accent.

Since leaving office he appears to have devoted himself to grabbing as much money as he can. Lecture tours at ridiculous fees, 'advising' various middle east countries on matters relating to oil. They say he has set up about a dozen private companies to generate his wealth, called 'Wind Rush' or something, in all kinds of countries - Romania, Lithuania ....

This man was a Labour Prime minister - Labour.
More accurately of course, New Labour.

His activities since stepping down tell you all you need to know about this man, about his guiding star, and about New Labour.