Today's Guardian asks readers to email the paper if they were present when the Blairs walked through the gates of Downing Street after New Labour's election success in 1997. The picture shows thousands of cheering supporters with Union Jack flags, and New Labour posters galore.
I can't quite imagine the same jubilant scene when Blair finally leaves, in all honesty. Protesters will probably take the place of the adoring 'fans', and placards in place of colourful flags.
I wonder how many readers will be honest enough to admit that they were there in 1997? It certainly wouldn't be something to shout about considering New Labour's track record.
It's already a well known fact that Tony Blair wants to do a farewell tour when he finally leaves 10 Downing Street. I'm sure it will merely include more fluffy television appearances on Blue Peter, where he will not be challenged or intimidated. Who takes over then will be the next hot topic of the day, but will Downing Street be rife with cheering supporters for the new PM, I wonder?
email blair@guardian.co.uk if you were there in 1997. Go on, don't be shy!
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