Suzanne Dekker facts for kids
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Suzanne Dekker was a Dutch politician. She was born in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, on October 31, 1949. She worked for a political party called Democrats 66 (D66).
Suzanne Dekker helped make important decisions for her country and for Europe. She was a member of the European Parliament and later served in the Dutch House of Representatives.
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What is a Politician?
A politician is someone who works in government. Their job is to represent the people and make decisions for a country or region. They help create laws and policies that affect everyone's daily lives. Politicians often belong to a political party, which is a group of people who share similar ideas about how the country should be run.
Working in Europe: The European Parliament
From 1979 to 1981, Suzanne Dekker was a member of the European Parliament (MEP). The European Parliament is like a big meeting place for countries in Europe. People from different European countries are elected to work there. They discuss and vote on laws that affect many countries across Europe. Being an MEP meant Suzanne Dekker helped represent the Netherlands and its people in these important European discussions.
Working in the Netherlands: The House of Representatives
After her time in the European Parliament, Suzanne Dekker continued her political work in the Netherlands. From 1981 to 1982, she served in the Dutch House of Representatives. This is the main law-making body in the Netherlands. Members of the House of Representatives discuss and vote on laws that only affect the Netherlands. They also check on what the government is doing.
Suzanne Dekker's career showed her dedication to public service, both at home in the Netherlands and on the European stage.
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