Boris Johnson has found a surprising ally as he bids to further his political aspirations Alex Salmond.
Writing exclusively for The Courier the former First Minister insists a Prime Minister Boris would be “the best recruiting sergeant for Scottish independence since Margaret Thatcher”.
Mr Salmond said Boris is “leading the Tory hopefuls to replace Cameron” as PM.
The SNP politician also likened the London Mayor to Donald Trump.
“Is there more to the connection between Donald Trump and Boris Johnson than their debatable hair styles?” he asked.
“The Donald is a billionaire who campaigns against the establishment.
“The Boris is an old Etonian who projects an image as a rebel.
“Both men have a degree of popularity…however both appeals are limited.
“The Donald has the worst approval ratings among women of any major candidate in history, while Johnson’s electoral appeal hardly extends north of Potters Bar.”
Mr Salmond insists there could be some unintended consequences should Boris rise to national power at Westminster.
“If asked to choose between the American demagogue and the Tory deep blue sea then I would choose the blue,” he continued.
“As Prime Minister Boris would be the best recruiting sergeant for Scottish independence since Margaret Thatcher.”
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