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Question
Will Boris Johnson or Keir Starmer make the better Prime Minister?
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Boris Johnson will make a better Prime Minister

This position holds Boris Johnson would make the better Prime Minister. Its arguments cite pledges to limit immigration via a points-based system, to be tough on crime, to build affordable homes and to 'get Brexit done', plus a charisma supporters count as a real political asset.

Supporting arguments · 6

  1. Boris Johnson is tough on crime
    Boris Johnson has pledged to get tough on crime. As Mayor of London, he oversaw a 20% drop in the capital's crime rate. As Prime Minister, he has appointed a Home Secretary, Priti Patel, with a draconian approach to crime - "I want criminals to feel terror", she told the BBC in 2019.
  2. Boris Johnson supports the provision of affordable homes
    Boris Johnson has announced a new housing scheme which will scrap much building regulation and will offer a 30% discount for first time buyers to boost the housing economy.
  3. Boris Johnson is a social progressive
    Johnson is an economic conservative and a nationalist while being tolerant and inclusive. He was an early supporter of same sex marriage, has pledged to increase diversity participation in the cabinet, and created a 50% target for women and minority conservative candidates across the party.
  4. Boris Johnson will limit immigration
    Johnson has committed to lowering immigration numbers, particularly of cheap, low-skilled labour. In February 2020, the government committed to a points-based immigration system, prioritising the higher-paid and more valuable immigration that benefits the British economy.
  5. Boris Johnson is charismatic
    Boris Johnson's physical appearance and behaviour are unique and engaging. He is the most charismatic politician in Britain today. At a time of global turmoil and real division in Britain, he is perceived as charming and is able to bring the public round to his cause.
  6. Boris Johnson will get Brexit done
    Boris Johnson supported Brexit for the Referendum, fronted its successful campaign, has rallied the British public behind him and has packed his cabinet with Brexiters. Getting Brexit Done was his election pledge and he will bring us out of Europe on positive terms.