In particular, the prime minister’s weakness has been embarrassingly emphasized by the conduct of her foreign secretary, Boris Johnson. Yes, the foreign secretary remains popular among Tory party members and has a theatrical flair that appeals to many voters. The ritual humiliation of Mrs. May — and let’s be clear, that is what it is — has ramifications far beyond the party conference and, indeed, Britain’s shores. A vote of no confidence, an internal party coup, a collapse of the deal with the Northern Irish Democratic Unionist Party? It is entirely conceivable that this might be her last conference speech as the party’s leader.

Source: New York Times October 03, 2017 19:18 UTC