Boris Johnson to campaign to leave the EU

[pastafarian]

But the timing....

what timing?
Boris continually said he would say where he stood after Cameron had finished with the "deal" negotiations.

 

[Soulman]

The timing was around a day after David Cameron got his deal. Up until that point, no-one knew just what those terms would be. It is entirely possible that Boris wanted to see if he was prepared to back the deal or if it was unpalatable. Nothing wrong or odd in that.

Correct, and as i stated previously his decision was fairly quick because the terms were paltry and very few.

 

[gregbrighton]

I hope Boris will really stick the knife into David Cameron.

 

[Westdene Seagull]

Will a career on the sidelines with just a few minor directorships be his fate if it all goes wrong?

I'm assuming you've achieved more than running the UK's largest city ? Ah, of course not !

 

[Behind Enemy Lines]

what timing?
Boris continually said he would say where he stood after Cameron had finished with the "deal" negotiations.

Come off it. How much time does a senior Conservatuve politician need to make up on an issue which has dominated the Tories for decades? It's blatant opportunism. He's doing what he thinks will give him the best chance of being the next Tory leader.

 

[pastafarian]

I hope Boris will really stick the knife into David Cameron.

Not sure you really understand what the referendum is concerning

 

[pastafarian]

Come off it. How much time does a senior Conservatuve politician need to make up on an issue which has dominated the Tories for decades? It's blatant opportunism. He's doing what he thinks will give him the best chance of being the next Tory leader.

listen to his press conference,he answers this question better than i can

 

[Blue3]

Start of his leadership campaign. It's a gamble.

That was my first thought it's a gamble for Boris and Britain that could backfire horribly for all of us

 

[glasfryn]

Start of his leadership campaign. It's a gamble.

worrying and with Priti Patel as deputy could go far

 

[gregbrighton]

Not sure you really understand what the referendum is concerning

It's not just about the referendum though, is it. It's also about politicians jockeying for position and power. Boris also has an eye on a leadership challenge. How naive can you be?...

 

[pastafarian]

It's not just about the referendum though, is it. It's also about politicians jockeying for position and power. Boris also has an eye on a leadership challenge. How naive can you be?...

you stick with the panto side act then,i prefer to stay with the substance of the EU issue

 

[DavidinSouthampton]

This is very good news as he's a big figure indeed although personally I'd like to think most people can put two and two together and decide for themselves without the drama of campaigns.

Good news for whom, exactly? I think it will be the end of his political career.

 

[DavidinSouthampton]

I'm assuming you've achieved more than running the UK's largest city ? Ah, of course not !

Vegster wasn't actually commenting on the success of Boris Johnson's career to date, he was merely commenting on where his decision today might lead. Your comment is therefore a bit of a non-sequitur.

 

[larus]

Meant as a mildly humerous response to BJ's position but at the same time BJ has no interest in anything but promoting his political ambitions and if he has decided these are best served by leaving the EU then its probably a decent reason as any to stay in. But arent all elections a bit X factor like? We usually vote for those who we trust most (or distruct the least) to do the best for the country/family/our own self interest etc. In this particular instance I trust Cameron, Corbyn and Sturgeon far more than Johnson

With respect; that's some of the most sanctimonious BS I've read on here. You TRUST Cameron, Corbyn and Sturgeon. Right you do.

No, what you mean is - You want to stay in (that's not your fault), and as they agree with you, you can trust them. But, anyone who doesn't agree with your view, you can't trust.

There you go. Cleared that up for you.

 

[Behind Enemy Lines]

listen to his press conference,he answers this question better than i can

That's a bit of a cop out answer. Do you seriously think he's not being opportunistic?

 

[topbanana36]

My question is this. Why doesn't any true self respecting British man or women want their country's sovereignty back, their country's ability to govern themselves and their country's ability to trade with the rest of the world. It just baffles the brain how some people are content with being dictated to by a bunch of unelected fools. Roll on independence day 23rd June

 

[JC Footy Genius]

That's a bit of a cop out answer. Do you seriously think he's not being opportunistic?

If he stands behind Cameron and the government he gets a cabinet position when his Mayoral tenure comes to an end and gets a chance to establish himself as a serious leadership contender.

The route he has taken is extremely risky as the smart money is on us staying in. If this happens he will most likely remain a back bench MP marginalised although his support amongst the grass roots will be increased.

Damned as opportunistic if he goes for either camp. I think he has genuine concerns about the EU which he developed over several years working in Brussels as a correspondent.

 

[joeinbrighton]

Taking a principled stand versus blatant career opportunism. It's certainly a calculated risk on his part, but I'd say it is 1% from Column A and 99% from Column B.

 

[bluenitsuj]

My question is this. Why doesn't any true self respecting British man or women want their country's sovereignty back, their country's ability to govern themselves and their country's ability to trade with the rest of the world. It just baffles the brain how some people are content with being dictated to by a bunch of unelected fools. Roll on independence day 23rd June

This

 

[Deleted member 22389]

My question is this. Why doesn't any true self respecting British man or women want their country's sovereignty back, their country's ability to govern themselves and their country's ability to trade with the rest of the world. It just baffles the brain how some people are content with being dictated to by a bunch of unelected fools. Roll on independence day 23rd June

I have been asking myself this very question for the last 6 years.