What Bush Can Learn from Blair

I have always respected Tony Blair as a public figure; he tends to exude a sort of integrity and honesty that is lacking in a vast number of American politicians, both Republican and Democrat. The fact that Blair nearly resigned his position last month only confirms that he is a unique breed among leaders, one who is able to put aside ego and take responsibilty for mistakes. This is in stark contrast to an American president who has the gull to claim he has never made a mistake while in office, acting as a symbolic slap-in-the-face to the now 1000+ coalition soldiers who have lost their lives in the Iraqi theater. Perhaps if Bush were to follow Blair's lead, not to the point of resignation but to the point of concession, he could regain some respect before he is rightfully booted from office by a public who is no longer fooled by tough talk and distraction.