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This is a must-read article from the Telegraph.

via Tony Blair expected to step back from Middle East peace envoy role – Telegraph.

It’s hard to believe that Tony Blair was the UK Labour Party leaders and UK Prime Minister for so many years. He had a massive majority but his record is now probably for ever tarnished by his judgement on invading Iraq.

There was a time when people entered politics believing in serving their country. Clearly, Tony Blair has enriched the family coffers.

It’s worth pausing for a second and reflecting on the catastrophe in the Middle East on Blair’s watch.

Perhaps, Ed Miliband will follow Blair’s example?

Thoughts?

Ed Milliband MP speaking at the Labour Party conference. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

This is an important and MUST READ article from the Telegraph.

Ed Miliband must ‘grow up’ and show leadership, ally warns – Telegraph.

I agree that UK Labour Party leader, Ed Miliband has failed to capture the political initiative. However, I disagree with the suggestion of “growing up” and “showing leadership”.

Let me take leadership first. Whilst it is possible to learn about good leadership, I believe that leadership is an inate quality and you either have it or you don’t. Personally, I do not think that Ed Milband has the necessary leadership quality, and relies too much on passionate speeches full of the latest theory from Harvard.

In terms, of “growing-up” Miliband just is not a political heavy-weight with the stature of many of Prime Minister George Brown’s cabinet, like Lord Mandelson or Alistair Darling. Also Miliband is too close to the union lobby.

Surely, it’s time for radical action either from Ed Miliband or his successor?

Any thoughts?