Gromit - “Blair is talking about, and wants a federal leader (the equivalent of a Prime Minister or Chancellor or Europe). That would mean Europe spoke with one voice, but I cannot see it working.”
Neither can I.
By suggesting this, it's clear that Blair sees himself fulfilling just this type of role. I find it hard to believe that he is making this statement altruistically. I genuinely think that Blair is a man who feels compelled to govern others. It's ingrained within him. He seems to consider himself to be better, more moral, more intelligent, and more capable than anyone else.
I beg to differ.