Former US president Bill Clinton is backing Birmingham to be European Capital of Culture in 2008.
No doubt Brummies will be delighted to hear that such a powerful personality was bowled over by their city's charm.
But with all the sleaze surrounding Bill Clinton when he was in office, Brighton and Hove, as another contender, will be glad not to have had his input.
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