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Mandelson Critiques Blair's Brutality in New Documentary

2/18/2026

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Peter Mandelson appears in a Channel 4 documentary on Tony Blair's rise to power, criticizing Blair's brutality and Labour's rebranding.
The documentary was recorded in February 2025 with a disclaimer that Mandelson's participation occurred before Epstein-related allegations surfaced.
Mandelson is quoted saying, "Tony was quite smart in leaving the brutality to others."
The documentary aired on February 17, 2026.

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Peter Mandelson appears in a Channel 4 documentary on Tony Blair's rise to power, criticizing Blair's brutality and Labour's rebranding.
The documentary was recorded in February 2025 with a disclaimer that Mandelson's participation occurred before Epstein-related allegations surfaced.
Mandelson is quoted saying, "Tony was quite smart in leaving the brutality to others."
The documentary aired on February 17, 2026.