As the debate on the nature and future of Europe is already underway (see this column yesterday), we should take as close a look as possible at all positions, without being swayed by superficial affirmations of theoretical fidelity to the idea of European integration. In this latter exercise, Tony Blair seduced and, occasionally, convinced. He called for a frank, open yet dispassionate debate, which would not be "a mixture of insults and personal questions". Let's try to give him just...