2007-03-10 03:50:39 · 17 answers · asked by ? 7 in Politics & Government ➔ Other - Politics & Government
The British Government I refer to are the people in power now, the party's who have held office in the past are not our government !!!
2007-03-10 05:15:54 · update #1
Hi!
Not as long as Blair is ******* bush!
2007-03-10 03:53:48 · answer #1 · answered by Moofie's Mom 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Throughout the history of Anglo-American relations, the UK and the US have said "yes" and "no" to each other within their special relationship many a time. It generally follows the guideline that whoever is stronger (economically, politically, and if you will, militarily) gets to say whatever they see fit for their own - and solely their own - benefit. So when Britain becomes more powerful than the US once again, or rather, when the US loses power, Britain will be able to say firmer "No"s, provided the 'special relationship' still exists and Britans is still as powerful. Obviously when that might be is an unknown and left to your own judgment - though probably not in the near future.
A scenario I can think of is if the UK draws closer ties with the EU such that it can reap the benefits it is getting from its relationship with the US and perhaps more; then they could say whatever they want. That however, would end the 'special relationship'. For a detailed analysis you can read the following BBC article. It is very informative.
2007-03-10 14:37:31 · answer #2 · answered by prmnnt_trz 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, because Tony Blair, David Cameron and Menzies Cambell are all pro American and have said so in the media.
I can understand their position, for if I was in their place I would have a clear choice to either go along with the status quo as they do or appear on T/V and tell the people that we were no longer going to bow to every whim and fancy of Uncle Sam.
Before going on air I would give my solicitor a statement naming the people responsible if anything should happen to my family or myself.
What other reason can be given for their acquiescence?
2007-03-10 14:15:34 · answer #3 · answered by Equaliser. 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As soon as Jeeves the butler decide he has a will of his own...
The relationship between labourative governments and America is analogous to a groupie and the Rolling Stones
2007-03-10 11:59:00 · answer #4 · answered by TheMetallian 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maggie Thatcher said no over the invasion of the Falklands. She was determined to intervene and throw out the Argentinians out even though some American politicians were actively against her unilateral action.
2007-03-10 12:42:58 · answer #5 · answered by Rainman 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
As far as I can see, without America we wouldnt stand much of a chance at war.
Theres so much we dont know and arent told about our countries, theres always more to it than meets the eye.
We are in debt to America and as long as we owe them money, they pull our strings.
2007-03-10 12:45:47 · answer #6 · answered by missBambi 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, they did in the 1700's when the colonists want to be free of taxation.
2007-03-10 11:58:22 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No chance for this gov. to change course at the moment, may be the next one if the leaders have sound minds!!
2007-03-10 14:40:35 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
well for myself I'm happy to stand with my American cousins, but that's just a personal point of view, more to the point will he ever say no to the European dictators before they get the keys to Buckingham palace itself
2007-03-10 14:02:33 · answer #9 · answered by bruce m 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Seems to me that they already have on many occasions. I don't know what rock you've been sleeping under.
2007-03-10 12:04:23 · answer #10 · answered by Kevin A 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No - Bliar needs Bush.
2007-03-10 14:57:34 · answer #11 · answered by ? 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋