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Alastair Campbell complains in "GB wins award" at 2009-09-23 09:43:49:
If you get out a microscope, and scour the British papers today, paying very close attention to a small number of very small articles, you might be able to discover that Gordon Brown won an award as World Statesman of the Year in advance of the United Nations General Assembly.
Take the miscroscope down to the body of the copy and you might be able to enjoy the words of former American Secretary of State Henry Kissinger about the 'vision and dedication' GB showed in handling the global financial crisis a year ago. 'His leadership has been essential to our ability to overcome the moment of danger,' he said.
Even the presence of an A list celeb like Bono at the awards could not elevate the presentation to anywhere near the coverage and praise for Victoria Beckham's offerings at London Fashion Week.
Now let's just ask a couple of questions. If David Cameron had won such an award, let's say for his work in raising awareness on important global issues like ... oh, I don't know, let's just pretend he has ... do you think we might have heard a little more about it?
In my opinion, it is probably better that it is not mentioned for it would only raise a few sardonic laughs. How is becoming embroiled in two ruinous and disgraceful wars in partnership with the world's most hated nation "statesmanlike"?
Sounds like it is Uncle Sam patting its little poodle on the head and giving it a bone.
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