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Lammert van Raan

b. 1962

Dutch former politician

Politician Economics teacher
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About Lammert van Raan

Born 1962. Lammert van Raan is a Dutch politician and economics teacher.

Lammert van Raan (born 3 February 1962) is a Dutch politician currently serving as a member of the House of Representatives. Previously, he served as member of the water board of Amstel, Gooi and Vecht and the municipal council of Amsterdam. In 2015, Van Raan joined the States-Provincial of North Holland, where he served as member until his election to the House of Representatives in 2017.

Van Raan, born in a family of entrepreneurs, originally supported the People's Party for Freedom and Democracy, but after his wife, Lieke Keller, co-founded the Party for the Animals (PvdD), he got more involved with left-wing politics and eventually joined the PvdD.

Amsterdam Municipal Council

Provincial Council of North Holland

Amstel, Gooi en Vecht Water Council

House of Representatives

Amsterdam Municipal Council

House of Representatives

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Important facts

Born
3 February 1962, Harlingen
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Politician, economics teacher
Nationality
Kingdom of the Netherlands
Positions held
Member of the House of Representatives of the Netherlands
Also known as
L. van Raan

Family & relationships

Spouse
Lieke Keller

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Lammert van Raan?

Dutch former politician

When was Lammert van Raan born?

Lammert van Raan was born on 3 February 1962 in Harlingen.

What is Lammert van Raan's occupation?

Lammert van Raan is a politician and economics teacher.

What nationality is Lammert van Raan?

Lammert van Raan is Dutch.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Lammert van Raan

· Wikidata: Q28860633

· DBpedia: Lammert van Raan

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