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Anna Ascani
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| Vice-President of the Chamber of Deputies | |
| Assumed office 19 October 2022 |
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| President | Lorenzo Fontana |
| Vice President of the Democratic Party | |
| In office 17 March 2019 – 12 March 2023 Serving with Debora Serracchiani
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| President | Paolo Gentiloni (2019–20) Valentina Cuppi (since 2020) |
| Preceded by | Barbara Pollastrini Domenico De Santis |
| Succeeded by | Loredana Capone Chiara Gribaudo |
| Member of the Chamber of Deputies | |
| Assumed office 25 March 2013 |
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| Constituency | Umbria |
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| Born | 17 October 1987 Città di Castello, Italy |
| Political party | DL (2006–2007) PD (since 2007) |
| Alma mater | University of Perugia University of Trento |
| Occupation | Politician |
Anna Ascani (born 17 October 1987) is an Italian politician. She has served in important roles in the Italian government. She is currently a Vice-President of the Chamber of Deputies.
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Who is Anna Ascani?
Anna Ascani was born on October 17, 1987. Her hometown is Città di Castello in Umbria, Italy. She is known for her work in Italian politics.
Her Education
Anna Ascani studied at two universities. In 2009, she earned a degree in Philosophy from the University of Perugia. She then got a master's degree from the University of Trento in 2012. Later, in 2024, she completed her PhD in Politics at LUISS University.
Starting in Politics
Anna Ascani began her political journey at a young age. In 2006, when she was just 18, she ran for a seat on the city council in her hometown. A city council helps manage local issues.
The next year, a new political group called the Democratic Party was formed. Anna supported Enrico Letta during the party's first leadership election in 2007. This election helped choose the party's leaders.
Anna Ascani's Political Career
Anna Ascani has held several important positions in Italian politics.
Becoming a Member of Parliament
In 2013, Anna Ascani was elected to the Chamber of Deputies. This is like being a member of parliament in Italy. She was elected during the general election.
That same year, she supported Matteo Renzi in the Democratic Party's leadership election. Renzi later became the party's Secretary. She supported him again in the 2017 leadership election.
Recognized for Her Influence
In 2016, a famous magazine called Forbes recognized Anna Ascani. They named her one of the 30 most influential European politicians under 30 years old. This showed her growing importance in politics.
Taking on More Roles
Anna Ascani was re-elected to the Chamber of Deputies in the 2018 general election. In 2019, she ran for a leadership role in the Democratic Party. She was the running mate of Roberto Giachetti. A running mate is someone who campaigns alongside another candidate.
Although they came in third, Anna Ascani was appointed Vice President of the Democratic Party. She shared this role with Debora Serracchiani. This position means she helps lead the party.
