She is 73 years old and would love to parliament. Lenny Happiness-Poortvliet is on place 20 of the draft list of the CDA. In the current Lower House she would be the oldest member.
At present 50Plus leader Henk Krol (66), the oldest in the House. Happiness could win a seat in the next election. The CDA now has in polls between 16 and 18 seats. If there are more or departing MPs to cabinet, then the 73-year-old in the room.
You might also nice to enjoy your retirement and grandchildren ...
"That's what I do. I cook every Wednesday for my grandchildren. But I parliament in because the large group of elderly people in the Netherlands is entitled to a vote. Someone who is older, knows exactly what the effect of measures on the elderly . older people play a full part in society, but I want to stand up for older people who are struggling, now they must continue to live at home much longer. "
Are not you afraid of a busy and stressful job as a Member of Parliament?
"There are also people in the House with a family. They know that folds too! I have worked hard my entire life and I will do now."
Are you the secret weapon in the fight against 50Plus?
"Well, the CDA talk a long time with the elderly There is even a separate department, CDA seniors now said party:.. There is also a representative on an electable place I'm living proof that the CDA seniors seriously. taking. "
In the Senate you can find more peers ...
"Ah ... in Austria's president of 72 years. And Neelie Kroes also does everything. There you hear nobody!"
By Editorial RTL News: Photo: Reuters
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