It’s time for tactical voting – Brexit is too terrifying for political piety | Martin Kettle

In some areas, supporting those you might disagree with is the only way to stop Boris Johnson

“I think there are millions of us,” says David Gauke as he hands out election leaflets in Berkhamsted high street. “Politically homeless people who want reasonable and respectful politics back.” The former justice secretary and anti-Brexit rebel, who is running as an independent in South West Hertfordshire, says Tuesday’s TV debate between Boris Johnson and Jeremy Corbyn has simply made things worse. “Many, many voters this morning have been telling me they are disheartened. They want a better choice.”

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