Which Boris would Britain get?

Boris Johnson changes his political convictions to suit his ambitions. This con trick is working. Our cover in Europe this week

monster unleashed three years ago this weekend has already devoured two British prime ministers. David Cameron surrendered hours after the referendum result was announced on June 24th 2016. Theresa May began confidently but soon found herself cornered. Conservatives have drawn up a shortlist of candidates to replace her as their leader and thus as prime minister; party members will make a decision by the end of July.

His lack of a guiding philosophy ought to be a weakness. But in these topsy-turvy times it has become central to his success . Because he is all but empty of political convictions, people use him as a repository for their own. Hardcore Brexiteers have seized on the idea that he will leave with no deal if therefuses to offer better terms by October 31st.

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