We’re still thinking about our afternoon with former Prime Minister Boris Johnson!

A full recap and recording of the event is now available on our website.
politics.georgetown.edu/2024/04/12/bor…

Thanks to Georgetown Institute of Politics & Public Service for an interesting discussion - great to meet so many Hoyas today!

We packed Gaston Hall today for an insightful conversation on global politics, Brexit, and the importance of democracy in this moment.

Thank you @GeorgetownSFS for partnering with us and thank you to Boris Johnson for engaging with students this afternoon. #PMJohnsonAtGU

“Do you think that a democratic procedure like the Brexit referendum is truly democratic if voters are only offered two choices without adequate information about the consequences?” - a student question to Boris Johnson #PMJohnsonAtGU

“I thought that was terrible,” Boris Johnson said on the events of January 6th. “He should have respected the will of the people … the voters had gone against him. And that is very important in a democracy” - Boris Johnson #PMJohnsonAtGU

Hoyas are always curious, and today they’re asking Boris Johnson about parliamentary systems, the display of global cultural artifacts in UK museums, and the necessity of honesty and integrity in Western leaders. #PMJohnsonAtGU

“When you move to a single authoritarian structure – it tends towards corruption and ossification … It’s one of the reasons why Brexit was so important” - Boris Johnson #PMJohnsonAtGU

“They do it mainly because of the bravery & the heroism of the Ukrainian armed forces, but they've also done it because of Western support… Because without the sheer weight of America’s support, things would be very different”- Boris Johnson on the successes of Ukraine.

“I think sometimes we assume that everybody's in favor of democracy … but we don't really interrogate ourselves about why democracy is best, and why we champion it so fervently.” - Boris Johnson #PMJohnsonAtGU

Welcome to the Hilltop, Boris Johnson! Our students and community from all over the world are eager to hear from the former Prime Minister and Mo Elleithee 🇺🇸 about the state of democracy all over the globe. #PMJohnsonAtGU

Kicking off our afternoon and introducing Boris Johnson is Christianna Doele (SFS’24).

The Georgetown community is excited to welcome Boris Johnson to Gaston Hall! This space has hosted many current and former heads of state and we’re looking forward to another great conversation. #PMJohnsonAtGU

Hey Hoyas! We’ll see you soon for our conversation with former Prime Minister Boris Johnson and GU Politics Executive Director Mo Elleithee 🇺🇸.

REMINDERS:
🚫 No food or drinks allowed in Gaston Hall
🪪 GU ID is required for entry
🥇 Come early! An RSVP does not guarantee a seat.

Missed our conversation with Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost and Wesley last night?

🎥 The full recording is now available!
youtu.be/DrUrpzUp3UU?si…

That’s a wrap! Thank you Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost and Wesley for talking to students about leadership, organizing, and inspiring the next generation. #RepFrostAtGU

“The top advice I've given to everybody here for the longevity of your movement, is to have respect for all the different types of organizing people.”— Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost #RepFrostAtGU

In support of identity politics: “The totality of your identity is an important element of your political identity— and it should be.” -Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost #RepFrostAtGU

“I will not shame apathy, but I will inspire action. That’s really important to me, especially for the youth vote” -Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost #RepFrostAtGU

Welcome to the Hilltop Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost! We can’t wait to hear insights on activism and leadership from the youngest member of Congress. #RepFrostAtGU