http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/science/nature/6694227.stm
Blair's idea over the last 6 years has been that if he always supports the US and is always by Bush's side, he'll be able to influence US policy. Well, whether its shutting down Guantanamo, signing Kyoto or even agreeing on a climate communique, his poodlism simply hasn't paid off. I wonder if Brown will be any smarter.
Germany wants all G8 members to agree timetables and targets for major cuts.
Greenpeace, who leaked the document, said it showed UK PM Tony Blair failed to persuade the US to alter its stance.
In the document, US officials make major changes to the communique.
In comments printed in red ink, the US negotiators express disappointment that earlier concerns have not been taken on board.
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"I can't think that there's going to be many people running for presidential office next time round in the US who aren't going to have climate change in their programme," said Mr Blair.
"I think it is possible that we will see action - and at least the beginnings of that action at the G8 - I hope so. That's what I'm arguing for."
Blair's idea over the last 6 years has been that if he always supports the US and is always by Bush's side, he'll be able to influence US policy. Well, whether its shutting down Guantanamo, signing Kyoto or even agreeing on a climate communique, his poodlism simply hasn't paid off. I wonder if Brown will be any smarter.