I really wish you, claig, would decide if you want a banter style thread with shots fired and jokes all round at everyone's expense, or if you want a serious debate with intellectual honesty.
It doesn't work only one way. And if you want to use that type of expressions and jokes, don't be surprised if the posters on the opposite side of the debate also use jokes and demeaning expressions, which you always use in relation to people.
Blair certainly has his faults, but he's not a clown nor the devil, as Trump isn't. You don't often see "Trumpite baloney" constantly used as an expression on these threads, or similar.
People point out serious issues with his policies, with the way he's preparing his administration and with the way he's conducting himself. In general, we don't impart cheap shots at the right, the alt-right, or "people movement" or whatever.
You may notice that quite a few of what you consider snide comments is a replication of the style used here by Trump fans, but you seem to prefer to ignore it and get upset when it's used in relation to you.
And if we ask questions it is because we want to really address the issues, not throw statements around, particularly if not supported by any evidence other than X said.
But, if you want banter style, then don't complain when you get it.