In the face of the "catastrophe", Johnson forgets all differences
The situation is grave among the Tories. So grave, that former rivals are becoming allies. Surprisingly, ex-Prime Minister Boris Johnson has come out in support of the Conservatives and their leader Rishi Sunak, who pushed him out of office. Can this move prevent the debacle?
Two days before the British election, former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson unexpectedly appeared in support of the Conservatives and their chairman Rishi Sunak. "Whatever our differences may be, they are insignificant in comparison to the catastrophe that could be looming if these so-called opinion polls are correct," Johnson said.
He acknowledged that his appearance might come as a surprise to many, but emphasized that he had happily acceded to Sunak's request for help. "None of us can afford to stand aside while a Labour government prepares to wreak havoc with an overwhelming majority on what we have achieved."
Sunak had forced Johnson out of office in 2022 due to a rebellion within the Conservative Party, which led to a deep rift in the ruling party. Sunak, who took the stage after Johnson, tried to convey a sense of unity: "Isn't it wonderful that our conservative family is united, my friends?"
Johnson, one of the most prominent figures in British politics, followed the entire election campaign from the sidelines since he retired from politics in 2023. He supported individual candidates in video messages, but had not yet appeared at major campaign events.
Sunak trails significantly behind the Labour Party and its leader Keir Starmer in the polls. Opinion pollsters predict that Starmer will have a lead of around 20 percentage points over Sunak in Thursday's election.
- Despite their past disagreements, Great Britain's former Prime Minister Boris Johnson site at a Conservative rally, endorsing current leader Rishi Sunak, citing the potential harm a Labor Party victory could cause.
- In a surprising turn of events, Boris Johnson, a prominent figure in British politics, joined forces with the Conservative Party and its leader Rishi Sunak, emphasizing the need to prevent a potential Labor Party majority from disrupting their achievements.
- The Conservative Party's leader Rishi Sunak, who ousted Boris Johnson due to internal party rebellion in 2022, appealed for unity amidst the bitter election campaign, welcoming Johnson's support as a testament to the cohesion within their party.
