"But let's be clear. We're talking about a country where there's no opposition. As leader he can ignore Parliament and - sorry that's Tony Blair isn't it? Um, so he doesn't even have to ask the country before he goes to war - sorry that's still Tony Blair"

This quote by Rory Bremner is a funny referral to the 2003 Iraq War, which was led by former British Prime Minister Tony Blair. Bremner is indicating that Blair had the power to ignore Parliament and individuals of Britain when choosing to go to war. This is a stark contrast to a real democracy, where individuals have a say in the decisions of their federal government. Bremner is highlighting the absence of opposition and responsibility in Blair's decision to go to war, and the truth that he did not need to speak with the people of Britain prior to making such a drastic choice. This quote acts as a suggestion of the importance of democracy and the power of individuals to hold their leaders responsible.