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Coffee with Erik Bobeldijk (1 World 1 Future): "Not living at the expense of our children and grandchildren"

Erik Bobeldijk, a former SP councilor, has launched the new political party "1 Wereld 1 Toekomst" to contest the upcoming municipal elections in Amsterdam. The party focuses on addressing global issues like climate change and geopolitical tensions at a local level, advocating for international cooperation and sustainability. Bobeldijk established the group after leaving his previous party, citing a need for more urgent action to protect the city and future generations from global instability.

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