Hunt in jibe at Johnson in bitter TV debate
back a third runway at Heathrow Airport.
Refused to rule out suspending Parliament to force through a no-deal Brexit.
In a bracing attack on Johnson, Hunt said: “Being prime minister is about telling people what they need to hear, not just what they want to hear.”
Accusing Johnson of simply “peddling optimism” he said: “We need leadership that is going to guide us through a big constitutional crisis and make a great success of Brexit, that means being honest with people about the challenges.” In his opening statement, Johnson promised to give the UK “its mojo back”.
He said: “This country faces a momentous choice – we can either continue with the same old, failed, can-kicking approach, destroying trust in politics, sapping business confidence.
“Or else we can change, get back our mojo, restore this country’s reputation around the world and put ourselves on the path to long-term success.”
Hunt promised to “deliver Brexit but so much more” if he won the keys to No10. Highlighting his experience as an entrepreneur, the Foreign Secretary said: “In poll after poll I am the public’s preferred choice for prime minister because I appeal not just to those who already vote Conservative but those we need to win.
“And to those watching at home, I will be your prime minister, whoever you vote for, as I bring together our amazing United Kingdom.”
It is thought most Tory members had voted before last night’s debate and the winner will be announced on July 23.