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Thu Jul 7

Boris Johnson's messy political legacy of lies, scandals and delivering Brexit to his base

Written by Garret Martin, Senior Professorial Lecturer, Co-Director Transatlantic Policy Center, American University School of International Service

Will Boris Johnson be back? The chances may be slim.Carl Court/Getty Images

Boris Johnson, the now outgoing prime minister of the United Kingdom, had wanted to follow in the footsteps of his idol Winston Churchill and be remembered as a leader of consequence. He aspired to greatness and desired to stay in office longer than the 11 years enjoyed by...

Boris Johnson's messy political legacy of lies, scandals and delivering Brexit to his base

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