] 'I ask the marchers to understand this: I do not seek ] unpopularity as a badge of honour. But sometimes it is ] the price of leadership. And it is the cost of ] conviction.' Blair is quoted several times in this article responding to today's protests. Subtexts: 1. The protests are having an impact. 2. If you want to understand whats going on with Iraq, don't look to Bush, look to Blair. |