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The question is truly interesting if we modify it a bit: Who could possibly abolish the monarchy in Britain (or anywhere else)? My first bet would be the Queen herself. But I do not see why she would take such a dramatic step. As far as I know, Englishmen are totally satisfied with their Queen and Kingdom as the traditional foundation of their state.
I happen to think that there are no great leaders, only great times. And in great times, politicians and statesmen can lead effectively enough to earn the appreciation of posterity. Some good luck is needed to find oneself in the saddle during great times, and from that point of view, Tony Blair was an unlucky leader. One also needs some luck to avoid making great mistakes, and in that sense, Tony Blair has been quite lucky.
Over the past century America’s image followed the curve of a sine wave. At the beginning of the period feelings toward the U.S. were moderately positive, and the most common adjectives used were synonyms of “rich” and “good.” Before World War I the general image was the United Steaks of America, a country of unlimited food and fortune.
In my opinion and experience, the only people who talk about the backlash of a wave of immigrants are the politicians who like any issue that can be considered as dangerous. Where there is danger, a clever president or prime minister can pretend that he’ll defend the country and the people against it.
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