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Mandelson Warns Blair: Brown's Supporters Threaten 2005 Campaign

12/31/2025

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Peter Mandelson warned Tony Blair (British Prime Minister) about tensions with Gordon Brown during Labour's 2005 campaign.
Brown's supporters could undermine the campaign, Mandelson said.
Brown wanted a strong Commons majority but would not credit Blair.
Blair should mend relations with left-leaning media after the Iraq War controversy.
Mandelson advised keeping Alastair Campbell out of the spotlight and noted concerns about John Prescott's role.

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Peter Mandelson warned Tony Blair (British Prime Minister) about tensions with Gordon Brown during Labour's 2005 campaign.
Brown's supporters could undermine the campaign, Mandelson said.
Brown wanted a strong Commons majority but would not credit Blair.
Blair should mend relations with left-leaning media after the Iraq War controversy.
Mandelson advised keeping Alastair Campbell out of the spotlight and noted concerns about John Prescott's role.