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Friends, Voters, Countrymen (Paperback, New ed)
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Friends, Voters, Countrymen (Paperback, New ed)
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Loot Price R254
Discovery Miles 2 540
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A lively, idiosyncratic, witty look at the heart of our political
process by a man who has crossed over from observer to activist, to
become one of our newest members of parliament. Boris Johnson,
celebrated for his blonde thatch of hair as well as for his
brilliant writing in the newspapers, and much liked for his
appearances on television and radio, took notes throughout his
period as prospective candidate and the election campaign. The
result is a book that is lovely and fascinating, outspoken and
funny, and yet raises real questions about the democratic process.
Have you ever wondered about becoming a Member of Parliament? Or
why other people do? Or considered what the prospective
parliamentary candidates do as they stump around the constituency -
making speeches, kissing babies, knocking on front doors, providing
newspaper copy? Or what difference it makes to us? Boris Johnson
has been a candidate in two elections. As a journalist, he is used
to writing about politicians. Now he is himself being interviewed.
So what does it feel like, with the tables turned? In his own
inimitable style, Boris Johnson writes about his views on the role
of MPs and what they can achieve today. He comments on life on the
stump, and the pleasure (mostly) of meeting voters, on political
parties, current issues, and how to persuade people to vote - all
interwoven with stories of what happened to him on his way to a
meeting...
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