Liberty Planet – The rise of populist political leaders has spread from country to country following the stunning success of President Donald Trump on everything from the U.S. economy to trade deals and national security.
America’s allies “across the pond,” as they like to say in the United Kingdom, recently elevated iconic populist Boris Johnson to prime minister. The similarities between the newly-appointed British leader and Trump are unmistakable.
From confident bravado to policies that amount to “Britain First,” Johnson’s striking resemblance to all things Trump has everyday Brits ecstatic, rival world leaders furious, and the liberal media suffering yet another meltdown. Continue reading